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Staying connected and finding support during the pandemic
Published on April 16, 2021
Make the most of your day by joining our “Lunch Break” team. Get to know your local educators, learn about upcoming events and local resources to help you and your farm thrive. -
Negotiating reasonable land rent in times of high market prices
Published on April 14, 2021
Key talking points can help both landowners and producers understand farmland value. -
Land Rent Calculator
Published on April 14, 2021
This is an Excel tool designed to help producers consider the impact of land rent payments against their overall farm profits. -
Management considerations for beef × dairy cattle webinar
Published on April 9, 2021
A multi-state beef × dairy virtual program provided by Michigan State University Extension and The Ohio State University. -
Women Shaping Agriculture: interview with Megghan Honke Seidel
Published on April 1, 2021
Women Shaping Agriculture is an initiative in which MSU Extension educators host conversational interviews that enable women to share their experiences and perspectives about their diverse roles in Michigan agriculture. -
Crop Budget Estimator Tool for Grains (Detailed)
Published on March 29, 2021
This is the detailed version of the Crop Budget Estimator Tool. This tool allows more in-depth analysis and budget construction. -
Farm budgets: planning now for profits
Published on March 10, 2021
March 30 webinar will discuss the various nuances of farm profitability. -
Webinar Series: Loan Preparation for New and Beginning Farmers
Published on March 8, 2021
Loans are an important tool for growing any business and if approached with the right groundwork, can be a beneficial part of your farm business development. -
COVID-19 vaccine videos for agriculture workers in English and Spanish
Published on March 5, 2021
In Michigan, agricultural employees are now eligible to receive the vaccine. Information about the vaccine is important for reaching high vaccination coverage against COVID-19. -
Consider conducting an on-farm soybean research trial in 2021
Published on March 4, 2021
Producers can learn new information about how new products, management practices and equipment perform on their farms by conducting replicated research trials. -
Field Crops Webinar Series addresses crop fertility decisions on March 15
Published on March 4, 2021
The fifth session of the Field Crops Webinar Series on March 15, 2021, will feature MSU soil fertility specialist Kurt Steinke and farm management educator Jon LaPorte. -
Central Michigan Dry Bean Grower Update held March 8
Published on March 2, 2021
Learn about MSU research and industry updates for the 2021 growing season. -
How to use the Farm Records Book
Published on February 25, 2021
Learn how to use the Farm Records Book in this short video. -
Transitioning the farm
Published on February 25, 2021
This video will give you a quick summary of the things you should do to plan for transitional changes at your farm. -
Utility companies offer incentives for energy-efficient lighting
Published on February 24, 2021
Check with your utility provider to see if there are rebates or incentives to install energy-efficient lighting. -
Crop Budget Estimator Tool for Forages (Simple)
Published on February 22, 2021
This is the simple version of the Crop Budget Estimator Tool for Forages. This tool allows users to develop a quick crop budget using reasonably estimated figures. -
Crop Budget Estimator Tool for Grains (Simple)
Published on February 22, 2021
This is the simple version of the Crop Budget Estimator Tool. This tool allows users to develop a quick crop budget using reasonably estimated figures. -
Return of the Coronavirus Relief Programs for agriculture - Webinar Recording Available
Published on February 19, 2021
Through this recorded webinar you will learn about new legislation and program changes to assist farmers. -
High grain prices – how many bushels should I market?
Published on February 17, 2021
Insurance tools allow you to reach your potential revenues by pre-harvest marketing your grain up to the coverage level. -
On-farm employee trainings available for Michigan dairy farms
Published on February 11, 2021
The MSU Extension dairy team has multiple employee training programs available for dairy farms in Michigan.