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Elevate your market prices with Grain Gains

Published on August 7, 2026
Grain Gains: An Introduction to Grain Marketing is a new online course from MSU Extension.
Grain-Fed Freezer Beef Pricing Worksheet

Published on August 7, 2026
This worksheet breaks down each of the variables and provides examples on pricing.
Grass-Fed Freezer Beef Pricing Worksheet

Published on August 7, 2026
This worksheet provides examples and calculations for pricing grass-fed freezer beef.
Soybean Harvest Equipment Field Day to be held in Eaton County on September 15

Published on August 6, 2026
Soybean farmers looking to learn about getting their equipment ready for harvest and how to avoid header losses are invited to attend this annual event.
Agricultural Weather Outlook for August 6, 2026

Presented as part of the MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast, Jeff Andresen reviews recent weather events and totals, and provides short-, medium- and long-term outlooks using NOAA forecasts to assess impacts on field crops.
Agricultural Weather Outlook for July 30, 2026

Presented as part of the MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast, Jeff Andresen reviews recent weather events and totals, and provides short-, medium- and long-term outlooks using NOAA forecasts to assess impacts on field crops.
Land Rent "Do's" and "Don'ts"

MSU Extension educators sit down to discuss the "do's" and "don'ts" of renting farmland.
Navigating Common Barriers to Land Access video series released

Published on July 27, 2026
Developed by MIFarmLink and MSU Extension as part of the Key Components of a Successful Farm Negotiation SARE Grant.
Roots, flowers and fresh ideas: A Michigan small farm tour series

Published on July 27, 2026
Six Michigan farms. Six unique perspectives. Countless ideas to strengthen your own operation.
Bulletin E-3516 Used Farm Equipment Markets: Navigating the Options

Published on July 21, 2026
This publication explores how to navigate used farm equipment markets.
Navigating the options in used farm equipment markets

Published on July 21, 2026
New resource from MSU Extension’s DEMaND Series.
Local basis strength could yield maximum profits on stored grain

Published on July 21, 2026
Have you checked local basis and pricing opportunities for your stored grain?
Michigan Farmland Lease Template

Published on July 20, 2026
The Michigan Farmland Lease Template can be used for annual crops, orchards and other perennial plantings, and pastureland rental agreements.
Agricultural Weather Outlook for July 16, 2026

Presented as part of the MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast, Jeff Andresen reviews recent weather events and totals, and provides short-, medium- and long-term outlooks using NOAA forecasts to assess impacts on field crops.
When temperatures soar, MSU Extension has answers to help you keep cool

Published on July 14, 2026
MSU Extension’s expert guidance and resources can help Michiganders navigate the impacts of extreme heat at home, on the farm, and outdoors.
Learn from experience, grow with confidence

Published on July 14, 2026
Registration is open for the Michigan First-Generation Farm Mentors Tour Series.
MSU Extension’s Specialty Cut Flower Farm Tour returns this August

Published on July 14, 2026
Learn how Michigan growers are building resilient, profitable flower farms.
Rules and regulations for selling honey in Michigan

Published on July 9, 2026
A guide for beekeepers who want to process and sell honey or honey related products direct or wholesale.
Agricultural Weather Outlook for July 9, 2026

Presented as part of the MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast, Jeff Andresen reviews recent weather events and totals, and provides short-, medium- and long-term outlooks using NOAA forecasts to assess impacts on field crops.
Navigator advice to farm families starting their succession journey?

What advice do Land Transfer Navigators have for farm families beginning the succession planning process?