Resources
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Greenhouse Cost of Production Spreadsheet
Published on January 5, 2012
This work sheet is designed to assist the manager/owner in developing estimated cost for their greenhouse business. -
Michigan Dairy Review: Having to Dismiss a Dairy Farm Employee
Published on April 1, 2009
Dismissal is the involuntary termination of an employee’s employment. Because of the involuntary character of the situation, emotions often are high on both sides and require dismissals to be handled with great care—or to be avoided. -
Nursery Cost of Production Calculator (25 Crops)
Published on March 1, 2009
This calculator is designed to assist the manager/owner in developing estimated cost for their nursery business. This also includes links to 50 and 100 crop calculators. -
MSU Telfarm Program
MSU TelFarm publishes up-to-date information for farm businesses on income tax planning and estimation.
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MSU Income Tax School
The MSU Income Tax School program offers workshops for tax preparers to update their income tax expertise.
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National Farm Income Tax Extension Committee
This committee provides information on income tax issues for agricultural businesses, including the Rural Tax Education website and Small Farms Tax Guide publication.
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Non-insured Crop Disaster Assistance (NAP)
Non-insured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) is offered by USDA's Farm Service Agency for crops that are not insurable under the typical crop insurance programs.
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USDA Risk Management Agency Resources
USDA's Risk Management Agency administers crop insurance programs, including Whole-Farm Revenue Protection, Margin Protection, and Actual Production History Insurance.
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Michigan Department of Treasury
The Michigan Department of Treasury provides state income tax forms and guidance.
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Whole Farm Revenue Protection
Whole Farm Revenue Protection (WFRP) insurance provides a risk management safety net for all commodities on the farm under one policy.