News

2025 Southeast Michigan Vegetable Grower Winter Meeting to be held February 12

Published on December 9, 2024
Whether you’re a large or small vegetable farm, conventional or organic, growers of all types can find value with this year’s educational agenda.
Compost can increase the water holding capacity in droughty soils

Published on November 13, 2024
Compost has the ability to increase water holding capacity of soils and can be a beneficial soil amendment in agricultural applications.
Understanding farm financial wellbeing

Published on November 8, 2024
Skilled farm decision-making considers overall farm and household wellbeing, of which finances are an important component.
Expand your knowledge of vegetable production at the 2024 Great Lakes Expo

Published on November 8, 2024
This year’s GLEXPO schedule is packed with educational opportunities for vegetable growers.
The what, why and how of organic: Resources and recordings available

Published on October 29, 2024
Learn from diverse farmers across Michigan about their experiences with organic certification.
Videos of Michigan SARE grantees highlight sustainable farm innovation

Published on October 24, 2024
Michigan hosts the North Central Region Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education administrative council and coordinators from 12 states for farm tours and video with grantees.
Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core Review Sessions, RUP credits and testing for winter 2024 through spring 2025

Published on October 23, 2024
Essential information and frequently asked questions regarding the certification process, recertification options and the upcoming Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core Review Sessions.
Mole drains: A cheap alternative to subsurface tile drainage

Published on October 22, 2024
Learn how mole drains can improve drainage performance and increase crop yield in heavy clay soil.
Slow Moving Vehicle triangles - be on the lookout!

Published on October 4, 2024
Ensuring your Slow Moving Vehicle signs are in good shape will make traveling the roads safer for farmers and other road drivers.
Make your farm dreams a reality with the MSU Organic Farmer Training Program

Published on September 19, 2024
Join this learning community of urban farmers, homesteaders, farmworkers, educational gardeners and food system changemakers on Mondays from February to November.