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Michigan vegetable crop report – June 19, 2024

Published on June 19, 2024
The heat wave is accelerating crop growth and pest activity.
New prairie strip partial budget tool

Published on June 18, 2024
What does it cost to convert cropland to prairie strips?
Michigan vegetable crop report – June 12, 2024

Published on June 12, 2024
Vegetable crops and pests are progressing.
New MSU research projects supported by sustainable agriculture funds

Published on June 10, 2024
Two new projects will be funded by the Bayer New Initiatives Fund for Sustainable Agriculture and the Sustainable Michigan Fund.
Michigan vegetable crop report – May 29, 2024

Published on May 29, 2024
Initial harvests are coming off while planting and pest management continue.
Refine your cover crop management

Published on May 28, 2024
SARE resources to help you get started or enhance your cover crop management in favor of profit and pollinators.
Exploring Organic Webinar Series resources and recordings available

Published on May 23, 2024
Learn from diverse farmers across Michigan about their experiences with organic certification.
Michigan vegetable crop report – May 22, 2024

Published on May 23, 2024
Insect pests are emerging amidst ongoing planting.
Family Farms Conference workshop recordings highlight sustainable agriculture

Published on May 17, 2024
Videos include farmer SARE grant projects, farmer wellness, farm to school, agritourism, small-scale livestock and more.
A look at agriculture in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula

Published on May 16, 2024
A check-in with the Michigan field office of the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service shows a small, but important farming sector across the region.