Resources

Respiratory Protection Requirements in Agriculture – Guidance & Resources

Published on September 12, 2025
A practical guide for agricultural producers on complying with EPA, MDARD, MIOSHA and OSHA standards to ensure safe respirator use and worker protection. An accessible format for visually impaired users is also available.
Update on U.S. Farm Income and Exports

Published on September 11, 2025
This document provides an update on U.S. farm income and exports based on the Outlook for Agricultural Trade and Farm Sector Income Forecast released by the USDA's Economic Research Service.
Michigan Apple Cost of Production 2025

Published on September 2, 2025
This report summarizes our findings related to the costs of producing apples in Michigan.
Ask Extension and the Lawn and Garden Hotline highlights - 2024

Published on August 28, 2025
Michigan State University Extension educators and volunteers respond to thousands of inquiries from Michigan residents each year.
USDA Farmland Cash Rental Rates

Published on August 22, 2025
Rental rates per county taken from USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Services
Extension Agriculture & Agribusiness in Michigan

Published on August 4, 2025
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.
2025 Predicted Apple Harvest Dates – Grand Rapids, Michigan Region

Published on July 28, 2025
This information includes predicted dates for peak apple harvest in the Grand Rapids, Michigan region.
2025 Predicted Apple Harvest Dates – West Central Michigan Region

Published on July 28, 2025
This information includes predicted dates for peak apple harvest in the west central Michigan region.
2025 Predicted Apple Harvest Dates – Southwest Michigan Region

Published on July 28, 2025
This information includes predicted dates for peak apple harvest in the southwest Michigan region.
2025 Predicted Apple Harvest Dates – Northwest Michigan Region

Published on July 28, 2025
This information includes predicted dates for peak apple harvest in the northwest Michigan region.