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2025 Farm Bill Program payment estimates available

Published on October 2, 2026
Does PLC or ARC-CO offer more support in your county?
MSU Extension’s Lyndon Kelley receives Distinguished National Service Award

Published on October 2, 2026
Michigan State University Extension irrigation specialist Lyndon Kelley received the Distinguished Service Award from the National Association of County Agriculture Agents.
Scholarship applications open soon for MSU Extension’s winter online Foundations of Gardening course

Published on October 2, 2026
Foundations of Gardening is a 10-week online course packed full of information to help you grow a healthier and more sustainable garden. Learn how to be a great gardener from Michigan State University Extension experts.
New pesticide decision website for apple, peach and cherry growers

Published on October 2, 2026
The free “MI Fruit Decision” website now contains decision making tools for apple, peach, tart cherry and sweet cherry growers to improve pest management programs using data from many years of MSU pesticide efficacy trials.
Michigan statewide apple maturity report – September 30, 2026

Published on October 1, 2026
Keep abreast of the latest apple maturity testing done in different cultivars around the state to optimize harvest times for storage and fresh picking.
Understanding the water use needs of Michigan growers

Published on October 1, 2026
A statewide agricultural water use needs assessment provides insight into irrigation practices, water management challenges and the resources needed to make informed water-use decisions.
West central Michigan apple maturity report – September 30, 2026

Published on October 1, 2026
Red color and brix improved this week in the west central region.
Efficient sprinkler management can improve dairy cow cooling and water use

Published on October 1, 2026
Smart soaking systems can help dairy producers provide effective heat abatement while reducing water use and unnecessary runoff.
Corn kernel dry down outlook for October and November in Michigan

Published on October 1, 2026
Accurate kernel dry down estimation can facilitate timely corn harvest.
Expand your knowledge of vegetable production at the 2026 Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable, and Farm Market Expo

Published on October 1, 2026
This year’s schedule is packed with educational opportunities for vegetable growers.