Center for Regional Food Systems Michigan Organic Farming Exchange

Videos

• Optimizing Alfalfa Harvesting Schedules

  Published on April 23, 2026

  The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Kim Cassida, MSU associate professor and Extension specialist in forages and cover crops, discussing optimizing alfalfa harvesting schedules.

• Agricultural Weather Outlook for April 23, 2026

  Published on April 23, 2026

  Presented as part of the MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast, Jeff Andresen reviews recent weather events and totals, and provides short-, medium- and long-term outlooks using NOAA forecasts to assess impacts on field crops.

• Soil Fertility Considerations in a Down Market

  Published on April 16, 2026

  The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Kurt Steinke, MSU professor and Extension specialist in soil fertility and nutrient management, discussing soil fertility considerations in a down market.

• Agricultural Weather Outlook for April 16, 2026

  Published on April 16, 2026

  Presented as part of the MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast, Jeff Andresen reviews recent weather events and totals, and provides short-, medium- and long-term outlooks using NOAA forecasts to assess impacts on field crops.

• TOPP Webinar: Soil Health - Reduced Tillage for Organic Farmers - 4-9-26

  Published on April 9, 2026

  This webinar recording covers research related to reduced‑tillage systems that build soil health, improve weed management, and strengthen climate resilience on organic farms.

• TOPP Webinar - Organic System Plans: The Stepping Stone to Organic Certification 4-2-26

  Published on April 9, 2026

  This webinar recording offers practical guidance from an experienced farmer on one of the first steps in organic certification - filling out your Organic System Plan.

• Agricultural Weather Outlook for April 9, 2026

  Published on April 9, 2026

  Presented as part of the MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast, Jeff Andresen reviews recent weather events and totals, and provides short-, medium- and long-term outlooks using NOAA forecasts to assess impacts on field crops.

• Corn and Soybean Planting Considerations

  Published on April 9, 2026

  The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Manni Singh, MSU Cropping Systems Agronomist, discussing corn and soybean planting considerations.

• Early Season Weed Control

  Published on April 2, 2026

  The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Christy Sprague, MSU Extension Weeds Specialist and Professor, discussing early season weed control.

• Agricultural Weather Outlook for April 2, 2026

  Published on April 2, 2026

  Presented as part of the MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast, Jeff Andresen reviews recent weather events and totals, and provides short-, medium- and long-term outlooks using NOAA forecasts to assess impacts on field crops.