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Organic agricultural product 2017 review
Published on December 29, 2017
Sales of organic agricultural products continue to increase. -
Funding for NRCS National Level Conservation Innovation Grant now available
Published on December 21, 2017
The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) announced the availability of Conservation Innovation Grant (CIG) funding. -
Sustainability on Michigan farms: Part 5
Published on December 20, 2017
Sustaining the economic viability of farm operations -
Three Worker Protection Standards and Respirator Fit-Testing meetings in January 2018
Published on December 15, 2017
Register and attend one of three Worker Protection Standards (WPS) and Respirator Fit-Testing meetings in January 2018 throughout Michigan. -
Ensure your greenhouses withstand the snow load
Published on December 15, 2017
Heavy snow loads can cause greenhouse structures to collapse if proper snow removal techniques are not practiced or extra support is not provided. -
MSU Horticulture Garden's 2017 trial results are now available
Published on December 1, 2017
MSU Horticulture Gardens’ list of top performing plants gives greenhouse growers, landscapers and gardeners great performing and showy plants to choose from in the upcoming season. -
Hop producers encouraged to compete for the 2017 Cascade Cup
Published on November 29, 2017
The Hop Quality Group proudly presents the 6th annual Cascade Cup. -
Millennials in agriculture – Part 2
Published on November 22, 2017
Millennials tend to be discerning consumers willing to purchase food brands and products that embody their preferences for authenticity, transparency and responsible ingredient sourcing. -
Millennials in agriculture — Part 1
Published on November 22, 2017
Millennials are expected to make farming more efficient and profitable by relying more on technology, innovation and entrepreneurship. -
Pesticide recertification credits available through online IPM Academy
Published on November 21, 2017
As the end of the year approaches, growers can take advantage of the new online Integrated Pest Management Academy and earn six credits towards their Michigan Pesticide Applicators License.