News

Negotiating reasonable land rent in times of low market prices

Published on November 5, 2024
How can you, the farm manager, help your landowners understand the impacts of lower prices and high input costs on profits?
Why we keep farming when the going gets tough

Published on November 4, 2024
Despite the challenges and stress that come with farming, there are meaningful rewards, personal fulfillment and sense of purpose that keep farmers going.
Review your break-even grain prices to secure profits or minimize losses

Published on October 30, 2024
Following another year of declining prices, marketing strategies may need to focus on minimizing losses
Fall-time farm management decisions and how Michigan State University Extension can help

Published on October 30, 2024
Fall is a great time to review your farm production year’s status and outlook. Free education and resources are available to help make difficult decisions or adjustments for successful farm management.
New to crop insurance? See the ‘Beginner’s Guide to Crop Insurance’ by USDA

Published on October 30, 2024
The “Beginners Guide to Crop Insurance,” recently released by the USDA Risk Management Agency, is available in Spanish and English.
Crop insurance for fruit growers: Update for the 2025 crop year

Published on October 30, 2024
There have been a number of recent updates to the crop insurance policies available to Michigan fruit farmers.
MSU offers new Custom Rate Calculator Tool

Published on October 30, 2024
Operators can calculate individual custom rates for their services.
Marketing spotlighted in new season of risk management series from MSU Extension

Published on October 30, 2024
Marketing is the main emphasis of this year’s Farm Policy and Risk Management Series
The what, why and how of organic: Resources and recordings available

Published on October 29, 2024
Learn from diverse farmers across Michigan about their experiences with organic certification.
Videos of Michigan SARE grantees highlight sustainable farm innovation

Published on October 24, 2024
Michigan hosts the North Central Region Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education administrative council and coordinators from 12 states for farm tours and video with grantees.