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No Easy Answers in Bioethics: Supporting Michigan’s Agricultural Community

Published on March 12, 2021
MSU Extension farm stress management specialist Eric Karbowski joined the "No Easy Answers in Bioethics" podcast from the MSU Center for Ethics and Humanities in the Life Sciences to talk about the work being done in Michigan to support the well-being of farmers, agribusiness professionals, and the broader statewide agricultural community.
Magic 8 Ball Reading: Market Outlook and Trade

Published on March 29, 2021
In the Weeds Series 7 Episode 2 : MSU Extension Educator Monica Jean sits down with Dr. Aleks Schaefer, Assistant Professor of Agriculture and Food Policy at MSU, to discuss the 2020/21 marketing year and current trade issues.
Stan Moore

Farm Business Management Educator - Northern Michigan
moorest@msu.edu
231-533-8818
Mark Longstroth

Food and Animal Systems
longstr7@msu.edu
Mark Longstroth

Food and Animal Systems
longstr7@msu.edu
Farm Balance Sheet Template

Published on December 9, 2020
This document is an Excel based balance sheet for farm businesses.
Legacy of the Land

Published on December 4, 2020
Through the MDARD/FRSAN Legacy of the Land grants, MSU Extension can help you navigate stress and challenges to make sound decisions for your farm.
Scaling up to wholesale

Published on February 8, 2019
A day-long workshop for small farmers interested in integrating wholesale markets into their sales channels.
2019 farm financial benchmarking results for Michigan

Published on October 21, 2020
Understanding farm financial trends has never been more important to the future success of a farm business.
Recruiting labor for your farm

Published on May 8, 2015
Maintaining a steady flow of applicants is helpful when a position suddenly needs to be filled.
Details for excellence in agriculture

Published on January 28, 2021
Why do some farms make money while some farms lose money?
2018 Farm Financial Benchmarking Results from MSU-Extension Telfarm Program

Published on September 18, 2019
A financial analysis of your farm can be very helpful especially during a time such as recent years when farming economy has taken a hit.
Chesapeake Energy Ordered to Pay Michigan Landowner/Mineral Owners Disputed Oil and Gas Lease Bonus

Published on May 15, 2015
Landowners who are eligible for the settlement will be notified by mail from the Attorney General’s Office.
Ten tips for tough times in farming

Published on March 30, 2017
Manage farm stress with these ten tips.
Tax plan now to avoid problems later

Published on September 18, 2014
Farms that have seen good commodity prices and profits along with Dairy and Beef prices at all-time highs are vulnerable for some real tax issues in 2014.
Marketing update scheduled for thumb

Published on October 5, 2015
Grain and dairy markets will be the focus of a meeting set for Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2015 from 10 a.m. – noon. Farms can attend the live session or log in for a live web-feed.
Educational program offered to help manage challenges where forests and farms co-exist

Published on June 4, 2018
Forests and Farms event will help producers utilize their natural resources to maximize on-farm profitability.
What is a fair farmland rental rate?

Published on November 21, 2016
Learn more about establishing fair rental rates with declining commodity prices at upcoming Farmland Rent and Rental Meetings for Landlords and Farmers.
Together at the Farm: U.P. Local Food Conference to be Held

Published on July 15, 2016
Renowned Small Farm and Organic Expert, Eliot Coleman to Speak at Local Food Conference
Inches from greatness

Published on September 28, 2016
All it takes is a few small refinements to take your dairy from very good to great.