MSU Extension Beginning Farmer

Field Crops

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  Registration now open for the 2024 Integrated Crop and Pest Update

  Published on October 31, 2024
  Get the latest research-based recommendations on improving farm profitability and managing pests, diseases and weeds.

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  Review your break-even grain prices to secure profits or minimize losses

  Published on October 30, 2024
  Following another year of declining prices, marketing strategies may need to focus on minimizing losses

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  Join the Marketing and Input Strategies program to discuss securing profits and minimizing input costs

  Published on October 30, 2024
  A virtual program from MSU Extension aimed at helping you navigate grain and input markets.

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  Fall-time farm management decisions and how Michigan State University Extension can help

  Published on October 30, 2024
  Fall is a great time to review your farm production year’s status and outlook. Free education and resources are available to help make difficult decisions or adjustments for successful farm management.

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  Marketing spotlighted in new season of risk management series from MSU Extension

  Published on October 30, 2024
  Marketing is the main emphasis of this year’s Farm Policy and Risk Management Series

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  New to crop insurance? See the ‘Beginner’s Guide to Crop Insurance’ by USDA

  Published on October 30, 2024
  The “Beginners Guide to Crop Insurance,” recently released by the USDA Risk Management Agency, is available in Spanish and English.

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  The what, why and how of organic: Resources and recordings available

  Published on October 29, 2024
  Learn from diverse farmers across Michigan about their experiences with organic certification.

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  2025 Regional Crop and Pest Management Update locations and dates announced

  Published on October 29, 2024
  Register now for one of six in-person Crop and Pest Management Updates scheduled across Michigan this winter.

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  Videos of Michigan SARE grantees highlight sustainable farm innovation

  Published on October 24, 2024
  Michigan hosts the North Central Region Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education administrative council and coordinators from 12 states for farm tours and video with grantees.

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  Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core Review Sessions, RUP credits and testing for winter 2024 through spring 2025

  Published on October 23, 2024
  Essential information and frequently asked questions regarding the certification process, recertification options and the upcoming Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core Review Sessions.

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  Mole drains: A cheap alternative to subsurface tile drainage

  Published on October 22, 2024
  Learn how mole drains can improve drainage performance and increase crop yield in heavy clay soil.

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  Identify soybean losses during harvest and make adjustments

  Published on October 3, 2024
  If you’re losing four soybeans per square foot, you are losing about 1 bushel per acre.

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  Upper Peninsula farm hosts successful Soil Health Academy

  Published on October 3, 2024
  Gabe Brown and Allen Williams train farmers in regenerative agriculture principles.

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  Harvest considerations for overly dry soybeans

  Published on September 19, 2024
  Should producers harvest overly dry soybeans or wait for rain to increase moisture levels?

• Late Season Weed Control

  The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Christy Sprague, MSU Extension weed specialist, discussing late season weed control.

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  Make your farm dreams a reality with the MSU Organic Farmer Training Program

  Published on September 19, 2024
  Join this learning community of urban farmers, homesteaders, farmworkers, educational gardeners and food system changemakers on Mondays from February to November.

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  Agrivoltaic opportunities: Grow crops in solar energy systems

  Published on September 19, 2024
  Michigan farmers grow crops well suited for solar projects.

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  Getting a start on weed control in the fall

  Published on September 18, 2024
  Fall is a good time to manage problem weeds.

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  Apply now for SARE Farmer Rancher and Youth Educator Grants

  Published on September 17, 2024
  USDA Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education funds farmer-led innovations and connecting youth with the land.

• Grain Marketing

  The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Molly Sears, MSU assistant professor of resource economics, discussing grain marketing outlook.