Field Crops
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Land Rent Calculator
Published on April 14, 2021
This is an Excel tool designed to help producers consider the impact of land rent payments against their overall farm profits. -
Crop Budget Estimator Tool for Grains (Detailed)
Published on March 29, 2021
This is the detailed version of the Crop Budget Estimator Tool. This tool allows more in-depth analysis and budget construction. -
Crop Budget Estimator Tool for Grains (Simple)
Published on February 22, 2021
This is the simple version of the Crop Budget Estimator Tool. This tool allows users to develop a quick crop budget using reasonably estimated figures. -
Crop Budget Estimator Tool for Forages (Simple)
Published on February 22, 2021
This is the simple version of the Crop Budget Estimator Tool for Forages. This tool allows users to develop a quick crop budget using reasonably estimated figures. -
Introduction to fertilizer planning for beginning farmers
Published on January 18, 2021
A detailed fertilizer plan helps to meet the nutrient needs of your crop at the lowest possible cost. -
Crop Budget Estimator Tool for Forages (Detailed)
Published on December 17, 2020
This is the detailed version of the Crop Budget Estimator Tool for Forages. This tool allows more in-depth analysis and budget construction. -
Hemp Regulation and Production in Michigan
MSU Extension provides participants the opportunity to learn and understand hemp regulation and production here in Michigan.
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Quality Hay and Pasture
Getting started with understanding quality hay and pasture.
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Tips on quality hay and pasture for beginning farmers: Part 1 - Quality
Published on March 3, 2019
Just about anybody can make hay and put animals out on pasture, but achieving quality goals for that forage takes knowledge, planning and effort. -
Am I up to the physical labor of starting a new farming business?
Published on December 20, 2018
Many farms are equipped with up-to-date, labor saving machines and equipment, but many tasks on smaller, start-up farms require a great deal of physical effort. -
Understanding the Farm's Financial Health: Basic Components to a Successful Business
Published on November 28, 2018
Understanding your farm’s financial health is the key to successfully meeting your farm goals. Michigan State University (MSU) Extension farm management educators want to help you understand this key concept. -
2018 Beginning Farmer Webinar Series recordings now available online
Published on July 12, 2018
Fifteen new MSU Extension Beginning Farmer Webinars are now posted and available for free viewing. -
U-Pick Farming
Getting started with U-Pick farming.
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Food Safety Modernization Act Basics: Am I Covered?
Getting started with the Food Safety Modernization Act basics.
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Organic matter basics
Published on February 19, 2018
Getting started with organic matter basics. -
Raising woods-grazed pigs on new farms
Published on July 25, 2017
Some new farmers in the northern Michigan woodlands are breaking into farming by raising pigs in woods pasture. -
New recorded programs available on MSU Extension Beginning Farmer website
Published on July 14, 2017
For those interested in new farm enterprises, these recorded presentations by MSU Extension educators and other experts offer a free, online opportunity to learn about the basics. -
Getting started with crop nutrient management webinar
Published on April 4, 2017
Getting started with crop nutrient management. -
Crop nutrient management for beginning farmers
Published on February 22, 2017
New and less experienced farmers have options to consider regarding their crop nutrient programs. -
Beginning Farmer Webinar Series survey results
Published on February 7, 2017
Michigan State University Extension educators and specialists at MSU have been conducting webinars for beginning farmers since 2012. A recent survey of past participants indicates the program has been successful.