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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.

  • 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.

  • Crop insurance for fruit growers: Update for the 2025 crop year

    Published on October 30, 2024
    There have been a number of recent updates to the crop insurance policies available to Michigan fruit farmers.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Explaining new blueberry Option Units by season, Enhanced Coverage Option and Enterprise Units for apples and cherries

    Published on October 18, 2024
    Videos are available that explain important details and items to consider for 2025 crop insurance decisions for apples, cherries and blueberries.

  • Insurance Talk With Phil and Corey - 2025 Updates to Apple and Cherry Insurance

    Learn about the latest updates to apple and cherry crop insurance programs for the 2025 season.

  • Insurance Talk with Phil and Corey - 2025 Updates to Blueberry Insurance

    Learn about the latest updates to blueberry crop insurance for the 2025 season.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Grants for farm research and outreach as well as building partnerships

    Published on September 10, 2024
    SARE grants available to foster cooperation between agriculture professionals and small groups of farmers and ranchers.

  • Produce safety cleaning and sanitizing workshop hosted in Holt, November 18

    Published on September 6, 2024
    The FSMA Produce Safety Rule requires growers to inspect, maintain, clean and sanitize all food contact surfaces of equipment and tools, but what does this mean? Join experts for this workshop focused on on-farm cleaning and sanitization best practices.

  • Fall harvest safety tips

    Published on September 3, 2024
    Some common sense tips can help prevent injuries on the farm during harvest season.

  • USDA Farmland Cash Rental Rates

    Published on August 23, 2024
    Rental rates per county taken from USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Services

  • MSU Extension DEMaND Series wins national award

    Published on August 22, 2024
    The DEMaND program was named National Winner of Search for Excellence by the National Association of County Agricultural Agents.

  • Southwest Michigan fruit update – August 20, 2024

    Published on August 21, 2024
    Sunny days and cool nights ahead will help fruit to build sugar and develop skin color.

  • Bulletin E-3429 Introduction to Pesticide Use and Planning

    Published on August 8, 2024
    This publication explores the process of using chemical pest suppression (e.g., pesticides), including understanding their costs and impacts on farm revenue, and is intended to help you develop a pesticide plan for your farm.

  • Grants for farmers – Part 1: Grant listings

    Published on August 1, 2024
    Listings of grants available to farmers from the USDA, Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development and others.

  • Herramientas de programación de riego

    Published on July 31, 2024
    La programación de riego proporciona información acerca del momento y la cantidad de agua necesaria para satisfacer las necesidades del cultivo.

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