Resources

Land Rent Calculator

Published on April 14, 2021
This is an Excel tool designed to help producers consider the impact of land rent payments against their overall farm profits.
Crop Budget Estimator Tool for Grains (Detailed)

Published on March 29, 2021
This is the detailed version of the Crop Budget Estimator Tool. This tool allows more in-depth analysis and budget construction.
Crop Budget Estimator Tool for Forages (Simple)

Published on February 22, 2021
This is the simple version of the Crop Budget Estimator Tool for Forages. This tool allows users to develop a quick crop budget using reasonably estimated figures.
Optimal Maturity Selection for Corn and Soybean

Published on February 1, 2021
Optimal Maturity Selection for Corn and Soybean Presentation. Jan 13, 2021, MABA Winter Conference
MSU Farm Bill Analyzer 2021

Published on January 14, 2021
This spreadsheet is designed to help producers make the decision between the Farm Bill programs administered by USDA.
Michigan Soybean On-Farm Research Reports

Published on December 17, 2020
These reports summarize results from multiple soybean projects conducted yearly by Michigan State University Extension and the Michigan Soybean Checkoff.
Crop Budget Estimator Tool for Forages (Detailed)

Published on December 17, 2020
This is the detailed version of the Crop Budget Estimator Tool for Forages. This tool allows more in-depth analysis and budget construction.
Legacy of the Land

Published on December 4, 2020
Through the MDARD/FRSAN Legacy of the Land grants, MSU Extension can help support you and your farm to help you stay or get back on a successful track.
Spotted Lanternfly: A Colorful Cause for Concern

Published on November 30, 2020
Learn how to identify spotted lanternfly and take steps to slow its spread.
Industrial Hemp

Published on September 10, 2020
The MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast weekly discussion for September 10, 2020, focuses on industrial hemp, presented by Kurt Thelen, MSU cropping systems agronomist.