• Chupp Insurance Agency Video

  Published on February 8, 2024

  An overview of Chupp Insurance Agency's approach to working with farmers

• Building the Right Succession Plan for Your Farm

  Published on March 16, 2023

  Farming is a complex business, and succession planning can be a daunting proposition. Luckily, there are many tools and techniques available for transferring the farm’s assets, operations, and management to the next generation. In this presentation, Corey Clark discusses how farmers can customize a plan that utilizes these tools and techniques to meet the unique needs of their family business.

• Growing for ECE: Insights into the growing Early Care and Education Market

  Published on March 10, 2023

  Are you interested in growing your crops for the Early Care and Education Market? Join this session to gain valuable insights into growing for these particular markets.

• Root Vegetable 101: Beets, Carrots & Radishes

  Published on March 10, 2023

  Ben Werling will get to the root of the matter on beets, carrots and radishes in this root vegetable production 101 session.

• Alternatives to Paraquat: Use of Tiafenacil as an Alternative to Paraquat to Control Row Middle and Preplant Weed Control

  Published on March 9, 2023

  This presentation will provide the update on research projects for use of tiafenacil to control row middle and preplant weeds in pickling cucumber, tomato and pepper.

• Growing for Schools: Product Development and Processing Partnerships

  Published on March 9, 2023

  Are you interested in growing your crops for the school market? Join this session to learn more about product development and processing partnerships in order to help set you up for success.

• Marketing Animal Products at Farmer’s Markets in Michigan

  Published on March 8, 2023

  This presentation covered marketing animal products (milk, meat, eggs) at farmer’s markets in Michigan. The presentation also looked at MDARD requirements and personal experiences.

• Gaining & Demonstrating Farm Management Experience - Tips for New Farm Managers

  Published on March 8, 2023

  Management experience helps provide support in establishing your farm. There's oftentimes obstacles with gaining and demonstrating enough management experience. Jon LaPorte will share tips on how to gain and demonstrate your farm management experience.

• Facing Challenging Times on the Farm

  Published on March 7, 2023

  Conversation with Michigan farmer on stresses in agriculture and a presentation on managing farm stress. This recording was part of the 2023 MI Ag Ideas to Grow With conference. This two-week program encompasses many aspects of the agricultural industry and offers a full array of educational sessions for farmers and homeowners interested in food production and other agricultural endeavors.

• Managing the Health of Your Livestock, Parasite Control and Management Plans for Small Farms

  Published on March 7, 2023

  Parasite infections affect animal health and productivity. Understanding how to manage these risks, developing a deworming plan, knowing the differences between deworming products and selecting what to use will be addressed during this session.

• Shoot Vegetables 101: Salad Mixes

  Published on March 7, 2023

  Ben Phillips will leave no leaf unturned on salad mixes in this shoot vegetable production 101 session.

• Horse Farm Emergency Preparedness

  Published on March 6, 2023

  This presentation will discuss the importance and considerations for preparing your horse farm in the event of an emergency.

• Grazing Sheep and Cattle in Solar Projects

  Published on March 6, 2023

  Learn more about the principals of solar grazing and managed grazing from a solar developer and sheep producer perspective in this informative presentation on dual-use solar projects.

• Biological Management of Insects and Diseases

  Published on March 6, 2023

  Learn more about the limits and opportunities in biological management of insects and diseases in vegetable production.

• Preserving MI Harvest-Canning Pickles and Tomatoes

  Published on March 3, 2023

  Pickle and tomatoes are two very popular products to preserve at home. Join us to learn best practices for preserving these tasty foods.

• Pricing for Schools: Understanding Costs, Margins, Limitations and Opportunities

  Published on March 3, 2023

  Are you interested in growing your crops for the school market? Join this session to learn more about costs, margins, limitations and opportunities to help set you up for success.

• Manure Haulers Certification

  Published on March 2, 2023

  This presentation will explain what the certification program is and why farmers will want to hire manure applicators who are certified through the Michigan Manure Hauler Certification Program.

• Growing for Schools: Crop Production and Planning

  Published on March 2, 2023

  Interested in growing your crops directly for the school market. Join this session to learn more about considerations within crop production and planning that will help set you up for success.

• Biosecurity Basics to Prevent the Spread of Disease

  Published on March 1, 2023

  Biosecurity isn’t as hard as you might think! Participants will learn easy-to-follow, everyday practices will help reduce the spread of pathogens among animal communities and help keep their animals safe from disease.

• Farm Budgets Growing Your Farm Into A Business

  Published on March 1, 2023

  Do you want to turn your hobby into business? This transition involves several considerations, including organizational structures, record keeping, and more. Join Jon LaPorte to learn some helpful tips on successfully turning your hobby into a business.