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Announcing the Michigan First-Generation Farm Mentorship Program

Published on August 21, 2026
Learn from experienced farm mentors through this new opportunity.
Agricultural Weather Outlook for August 20, 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.
Buy now or wait? Best practices for securing next year’s farm inputs

Published on August 20, 2026
What recent fertilizer and crop prices can teach us about buying farm inputs.
The Midwest Mechanical Weed Control Field Day returns to Michigan

Published on August 18, 2026
A full day tradeshow, weeding tool discussions and in-field demonstrations for managing weeds in row crops, vegetables and tree fruit with steep registration discounts for organic and organic-curious growers from Michigan, Illinois and Indiana.
Agricultural Weather Outlook for August 13, 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.
Producing a Value-Added Product on the Farm Series

Published on August 12, 2026
Producing a value-added product on your farm can be a great way to generate additional revenue. The information on this sheet may help you decide if adding a product is right for your farm business and take you through the major steps involved.
Elevate your market prices with Grain Gains

Published on August 7, 2026
Grain Gains: An Introduction to Grain Marketing is a new online course from MSU Extension.
Grain-Fed Freezer Beef Pricing Worksheet

Published on August 7, 2026
This worksheet breaks down each of the variables and provides examples on pricing.
Grass-Fed Freezer Beef Pricing Worksheet

Published on August 7, 2026
This worksheet provides examples and calculations for pricing grass-fed freezer beef.
Soybean Harvest Equipment Field Day to be held in Eaton County on September 15

Published on August 6, 2026
Soybean farmers looking to learn about getting their equipment ready for harvest and how to avoid header losses are invited to attend this annual event.
Agricultural Weather Outlook for August 6, 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.
Agricultural Weather Outlook for July 30, 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.
Land Rent "Do's" and "Don'ts"

MSU Extension educators sit down to discuss the "do's" and "don'ts" of renting farmland.
Navigating Common Barriers to Land Access video series released

Published on July 27, 2026
Developed by MIFarmLink and MSU Extension as part of the Key Components of a Successful Farm Negotiation SARE Grant.
Roots, flowers and fresh ideas: A Michigan small farm tour series

Published on July 27, 2026
Six Michigan farms. Six unique perspectives. Countless ideas to strengthen your own operation.
Bulletin E-3516 Used Farm Equipment Markets: Navigating the Options

Published on July 21, 2026
This publication explores how to navigate used farm equipment markets.
Navigating the options in used farm equipment markets

Published on July 21, 2026
New resource from MSU Extension’s DEMaND Series.
Local basis strength could yield maximum profits on stored grain

Published on July 21, 2026
Have you checked local basis and pricing opportunities for your stored grain?
Michigan Farmland Lease Template

Published on July 20, 2026
The Michigan Farmland Lease Template can be used for annual crops, orchards and other perennial plantings, and pastureland rental agreements.
Agricultural Weather Outlook for July 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.