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Navigator advice to farm families starting their succession journey?

What advice do Land Transfer Navigators have for farm families beginning the succession planning process?
Soft Skills for Accessing Farmland

Learn about people-focused skills that can aid discussions between farmers and landowners on leasing farmland.
What are resources that Navigators can help farmers connect with?

What kinds of resources can Land Transfer Navigators help farmers access during a farm transition?
What does a typical land transfer process look like with Navigator support?

What does a typical land transfer process look like with Navigator support?
When to Use a Land Transfer Navigator?

When is the right time to bring in a Land Transfer Navigator?
What are Land Transfer Navigators?

Learn about the Michigan Land Transfer Navigators and how they help farmers and farmland owners navigate the complex process of transferring farmland to the next generation.
What are Conservation Easements?

What are conservation land easements and how they help protect farmland for future generations? This video was created with support from a SARE Partnership grant.
Agrivoltaic opportunities: Grow crops in solar energy systems

Published on July 6, 2026
Michigan farmers grow crops well suited for solar projects.
Agrivoltaic opportunities: Grazing livestock in solar energy systems

Published on July 6, 2026
Increasing community support for agrivoltaics, the practice of farming in and around solar projects, provides an opportunity for solar developers and the Michigan sheep industry to collaboratively meet the market demand for a steady supply of quality lamb.
When temperatures soar, MSU Extension has answers to help you keep cool

Published on July 1, 2026
MSU Extension’s expert guidance and resources can help Michiganders navigate the impacts of extreme heat at home, on the farm, and outdoors.
Bulletin E-3515 Used Farm Equipment Markets: Planning the Purchase

Published on June 29, 2026
This publication explores the process of planning your farm’s next equipment purchase.
Planning your farm’s next used farm equipment purchase

Published on June 29, 2026
New resource from MSU Extension’s DEMaND Series.
Heat stress prevention among farmers heading into Michigan’s summer

Published on June 29, 2026
A tragic case study of fatal heat stroke illustrates why acclimation, rapid cooling and proactive employer prevention plans are necessary to save lives when high temperatures and physical labor combine.
Agricultural Weather Outlook for June 25, 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.
Field days, workshops and webinars for farmers transitioning to organic

Published on June 23, 2026
Sign up now to learn from organic farmers.
Agricultural Weather Outlook for June 18, 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.
MSU Extension’s Summer Irrigation Workshop returns July 30

Published on June 18, 2026
Join Michigan State University Extension on July 30 for hands-on demonstrations, field tours and practical irrigation management strategies to improve water use efficiency.
Agricultural Weather Outlook for June 11, 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.
2026 Michigan peach crop losses highlight management decisions for reduced crop orchards

Published on June 10, 2026
New MSU Extension bulletin helps peach growers balance input costs, canopy growth, and next season’s productivity.
Innovative agronomy tools and resources: Farm business

Published on June 9, 2026
Innovation and adaptability are important for farm success. Explore these free tools and resources that can help improve farm business management and networking.