MSU Extension Hemp Production

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  Getting “In the Weeds” on hemp production in Michigan

  Published on April 8, 2020
  Michigan Field Crops “In the Weeds” podcast third series explores hemp production.

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  Agriculture support labs still open for business, with modifications

  Published on April 1, 2020
  As the pandemic of COVID-19, the infectious disease caused by novel coronavirus, impacts farmers’ ability to get ready for planting season, labs and other support aids remain open with limitations.

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  Plant and soil service labs open during COVID-19 shutdowns

  Published on March 30, 2020
  MSU’s Plant & Pest Diagnostics and Soil and Plant Nutrient Laboratory remain open during “Stay Home, Stay Safe” executive order.

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  Protecting yourself and your farm employees from COVID-19

  Published on March 27, 2020
  Considerations to help producers protect themselves, their families and employees from novel coronavirus, the virus that causes the infectious disease COVID-19.

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  Field Crops Webinar Series: Hemp production in Michigan

  Published on March 12, 2020
  Part seven of the Field Crops Webinar Series focuses on considerations for hemp production in Michigan in 2020.

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  New hemp session added to Southwest Michigan Horticultural Days program

  Published on January 23, 2020
  From sourcing seeds to post-harvest needs, learn what it takes to grow industrial hemp during the Southwest Michigan Horticulture Days, Feb. 5-6, 2020.

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  FAQ on hemp licensing and regulation

  Published on January 23, 2020
  Michigan State University Extension and Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development address frequently asked questions on hemp.

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  Hemp production resources from Michigan State University

  Published on January 23, 2020
  Michigan State University’s Hemp Production website includes news, recorded webinars and bulletins.

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  Michigan Family Farms Conference brings education and resources to small-scale farmers

  Published on January 21, 2020
  Small- and medium-scale farmers are invited to attend the Michigan Family Farms Conference on Feb. 8, 2020 at the Kalamazoo Valley Community College.

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  Understanding regulations regarding hemp cannabinoid testing

  Published on January 16, 2020
  An important and required step in growing hemp in Michigan is to submit samples for THC analysis, but there is confusion about what needs to be tested and reported.