• 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.

  • 2023 Michigan Wheat Performance Trials

    Published on August 4, 2023
    The 2023 State Wheat Performance Trial entries were planted in 7 counties: Isabella, Hillman, Ingham, Huron, Montcalm, Sanilac and Tuscola.

  • Farmland Use in Michigan

    Published on June 30, 2023
    This brief analysis considers land use in the State of Michigan. The primary focus is on farmland and the different crops that are supported on that land.

  • Interim Update on the Economic Impact of Michigan's Agri-Food System

    Published on June 6, 2023
    This document offers an interim update on the economic impact of Michigan's agri-food and agri-energy system.

  • The Outlook for Michigan Agriculture 2023

    Published on April 11, 2023
    This analysis outlines the outlook for agriculture with a particular emphasis on commodities of particular importance to Michigan.

  • The Anatomy of a Soil Test Report

    Published on March 9, 2023
    A summary of how to understand a soil test report to help you best understand and analyze the results to make effective farm management and soil fertility decisions.

  • 2022 Michigan Wheat Performance Trials

    Published on November 16, 2022
    The 2022 State Wheat Performance Trial entries were planted in 7 counties: Isabella, Hillman, Ingham, Huron, Montcalm, Sanilac and Tuscola.

  • Pesticide Cost Comparison Decision Tool for Field Crops

    Published on October 13, 2022
    The Pesticide Cost Comparison Decision Tool for Field Crops provides farm producers with an ability to consider pesticide products and their costs within integrated pest management strategies.

  • Seed Selection Cost Comparison Decision Tool

    Published on October 13, 2022
    The Seed Selection Cost Comparison Decision Tool provides farm producers with an ability to consider yield and economic returns of selecting seed products.

  • A Field Guide To Soil Sampling

    Published on October 13, 2022
    Soil sampling is a foundational step to make effective farm management and soil fertility decisions. This step-by-step field guide is a summary of best practices and recommendations for composite soil sampling to help you do just that.