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New grant to help carrot and wheat growers deter invisible pests
Published on March 11, 2021
Entomologist Marisol Quintanilla will lead a team in unraveling the mysteries of a microscopic pest of carrots and wheat. -
Farms with no employees can still benefit from the Paycheck Protection Program
Published on March 6, 2021
Self-employed farmers can apply for PPP loan funds based on their 2020 gross income. Application deadline is March 31. -
COVID-19 vaccine videos for agriculture workers in English and Spanish
Published on March 4, 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. -
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. -
Oceana Asparagus Day on March 11 Aims to Provide Latest Updates on Asparagus Industry and Crop Management
Published on February 22, 2021
Oceana Asparagus Day on March 11 Aims to Provide Latest Updates on Asparagus Industry and Crop Management -
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. -
Agricultural professionals in extension services worldwide build new relationships between culturally diverse systems
Published on February 9, 2021
Michigan State University and India’s National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management collaborate on a new book, “Innovations in Agricultural Extension.” -
Details for excellence in agriculture
Published on January 28, 2021
Why do some farms make money while some farms lose money? -
Introduction to fertilizer planning for beginning farmers
Published on January 18, 2021
A detailed fertilizer plan helps to meet the nutrient needs of your crop at the lowest possible cost. -
New version of Airblast 101 sprayer handbook now available
Published on January 12, 2021
This new version adds more content for many air-assist sprayer types. It’s bigger, better and the electronic version is now free.