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Irrigation is a valuable tool to mitigate the effects of weather variability

Published on March 26, 2025
According to the latest USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service Irrigation Water Management Survey, irrigated farms and acreage in Michigan have increased significantly.
MSU Extension announces spring kick-off meeting for hop growers April 17

Published on March 24, 2025
Kick-off the 2025 hop growing season in style with MSU Extension with an informative Zoom meeting to kick off the hop growing season on April 17, 2025.
Join MSU Extension and fellow hop growers for the MSU Hop Chat Series

Published on March 24, 2025
Join the hop community twice a month from May to August for in-season discussions of all things hop-related.
Michigan AgrAbility 2024 updates

Published on March 24, 2025
Michigan AgrAbility supports farmers with disabilities and limitations, offering equipment modifications, assistive technology and farm evaluations. In 2024, the program collaborated with partners to provide innovative solutions enhancing accessibility.
Early season weed control discussion at MSU Extension Virtual Breakfast

Published on March 21, 2025
The 2025 Virtual Breakfast Series kicks off the series on March 27 with a discussion on early season weed control with MSU professor and specialist Christy Sprague.
Where to find sustainable farm jobs in Michigan

Published on March 13, 2025
A map, a job posting form, a webpage and a listserv connect farm employers and farmworkers.
Understanding the difference between compost analysis and soil tests

Published on March 12, 2025
Not all soil tests are equal, and compost requires an analysis of its own. Understanding the differences between the two is an important step to providing the best amendment for your soil.
Soil testing through MSU Extension

Published on March 11, 2025
MSU Extension home lawn and garden and commercial soil tests provide access to personalized fertilizer recommendations for thousands of Michigan residents every year.
Testing for contaminants in soil, water and plants

Published on March 11, 2025
Sometimes, what you don’t know can hurt you.
New educational video series on Greenhouse Biological Control released by MSU Extension

Published on March 11, 2025
Start your journey toward effective biological control today!