Resources

MSU Custom Rate Calculator Tool spreadsheet

Published on October 30, 2024
The MSU Custom Rate Calculator Tool spreadsheet can guide the calculation of the total economic cost of owning and operating the machinery for custom hire services.
MSU Custom Rate Calculator Worksheet

Published on October 30, 2024
The MSU Custom Rate Calculator Worksheet can guide the calculation of the total economic cost of owning and operating the machinery for custom hire services.
Extension Agriculture & Agribusiness in Michigan

Published on October 7, 2024
Michigan State University Extension educators work with farms of all sizes to positively impact individual farming operations. When individual operations do well, their success helps to fuel state and local economies.
USDA Farmland Cash Rental Rates

Published on August 23, 2024
Rental rates per county taken from USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Services
Working with Agricultural Stakeholders to Understand and Address Labor Challenges

Published on August 13, 2024
This resource provides agricultural stakeholders with the tools to address labor challenges.
Bulletin E-3430 How to Read a Seed Guide (Corn Edition)

Published on August 8, 2024
This publication discusses the types of information likely found across most corn seed guides and reviews how costs and harvest factors are important considerations in selecting seed options for your farm.
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.
Michigan On-Farm Produce Safety Newsletter

Published on July 31, 2024
News articles, fact sheets, videos and podcasts produced by Produce Safety Technicians and MSU Extension Educators to support growers and stakeholders succeed in their on-farm produce safety efforts.
MSU Extension Supports Agriculture's Nutrient Management Efforts for Clean Water

Published on June 20, 2024
MSU Extension’s efforts benefit water quality within and beyond our state by helping to maintain the integrity of the Great Lakes.
Helping Farm Families Transition their Farm Business to the Next Generation

Published on June 11, 2024
MSU Extension works to improve farm personal well-being and income, expand agriculture-related businesses and increase employment opportunities, leading to agriculture being one of the strongest industries within Michigan.