Resources
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Soil Microbial Community Dynamics Across Michigan Farms
Published on February 26, 2024
Soil health is an important concept that has grown exponentially in the public and private sectors over the past decades. -
Field Horsetail: A Plant As Old As Time
Published on February 2, 2024
Explore what it is about field horsetail that makes it so persistent and what the options are if it is undesirable. -
Extension Agriculture & Agribusiness in Michigan
Published on December 11, 2023
Michigan State University Extension educators work with farms of all sizes to positively impact individual farming operations. When individual operations do well, their success helps to fuel state and local economies. -
Crop Budget Estimator Vegetables (Detailed)
Published on November 27, 2023
A farm budget decision tool designed for more in-depth decision making on vegetable farms. -
Crop Budget Estimator Vegetables (Simple)
Published on November 27, 2023
A farm budget decision tool designed for small or beginning vegetable farmers. -
Considerations for Planning and Selecting Pumping Plants for Sprinkler Irrigation
Published on November 6, 2023
Several types of pumps and power units are available for use with sprinkler irrigation systems. Careful planning and selection of the pumping plant can reduce irrigation costs by reducing system energy inputs. -
USDA Farmland Cash Rental Rates
Published on August 28, 2023
Rental rates per county taken from USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Services -
Helping Farm Families Transition Their Farm Business to the Next Generation
Published on July 27, 2023
Michigan State University Extension works to improve farm personnel well-being and income, expand agriculture-related businesses and increase employment opportunities, leading to agriculture being one of the strongest industries within Michigan. -
Supporting Beekeepers & Protecting Pollinators
Published on July 24, 2023
MSU Extension’s apiculture team provides information and resources for beekeepers to improve honey bee management and health. This outreach is done through various channels. -
Michigan Asparagus Cost of Production Study 2022-23
Published on July 12, 2023
This bulletin provides updated cost and revenue information for the asparagus industry. The last full cost study was conducted in 2015/16.