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Farm Financial Resiliency Resources guide now available

Published on September 28, 2026
This factsheet highlights resources available to help farms better position themselves to withstand economic stress.
MSU Extension to hold free office hours for farm financial recordkeeping software questions and consultations

Published on September 28, 2026
In these free online sessions, we will discuss with you factors to consider when evaluating accounting software and compare options that can help your farm.
2027 Cost of Production projection tools now available

Published on September 25, 2026
The updated cost of production Excel-based tool for corn, soybeans, and wheat is now available from MSU Extension.
2027 Soybean Projected Cost of Production

Published on September 24, 2026
The MSU Extension 2027 Projected Cost of Production for Soybeans tool is intended to serve as a starting point for discussions on both expected income and expenses for individual farms.
2027 Corn Projected Cost of Production

Published on September 24, 2026
The MSU Extension 2027 Projected Cost of Production for corn tool is intended to serve as a starting point for discussions on both expected income and expenses for individual farms.
Farm Financial Resiliency Resources

Published on September 24, 2026
This factsheet highlights resources available for farms to be better positioned to withstand economic stress.
Quick response critical to reducing impacts of manure spills

Published on September 22, 2026
Manure spills can happen despite the best prevention efforts. Understanding response procedures and reporting requirements can help safeguard water quality and reduce liability.
New MSU Extension Calculator helps producers set direct-market pork prices

Published on September 21, 2026
A new MSU Extension tool helps small and direct-market pork producers calculate production costs, processing expenses and target selling prices.
Soybean Harvest Equipment Field Day postponement date set

Published on September 21, 2026
The field day, which was postponed due to crop progress and weather issues, is now set for Tuesday, Sept. 29. Online registration is extended through Thursday, Sept. 24.
MSU Extension Pork Pricing Calculator

Published on September 18, 2026
New MSU Extension Calculator Helps Producers Set Direct-Market Pork Prices
Agricultural Weather Outlook for September 17, 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.
Building safety into the everyday rhythm of agricultural work

Published on September 16, 2026
Farm safety resources to help farm owners, workers and families turn tragedy into practical steps for preventing serious injuries and deaths.
What’s an acre worth? The answer can change acre by acre

Published on September 15, 2026
Learn more at MSU Extension’s Acre by Acre: Michigan Farmland Rental Markets webinar program.
Soybean Harvest Equipment Field Day postponed due to weather

Published on September 15, 2026
The field day was postponed due to the rain forecast and is currently planned for Tuesday, Sept. 22. Online registration is extended through Thursday, Sept. 17.
2027 Wheat Projected Cost of Production

Published on September 10, 2026
The MSU Extension 2026 Projected Cost of Production for Wheat tool is intended to serve as a starting point for discussions on both expected income and expenses for individual farms.
New to Agriculture? We’ve got a guide for you!

Published on September 10, 2026
The Beginning Farmer Resource and Decision-Making Guide is now available from Michigan State University Extension and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Agricultural Weather Outlook for September 10, 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.
Dig in! MSU Organic Farmer Training expands to Flint in 2027

Published on September 9, 2026
Aspiring farmers can apply now to gain hands-on experience, visit more than 20 farms and build a farm plan through learning sites in Flint, Detroit, East Lansing and Grand Rapids.
Agricultural Weather Outlook for September 3, 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 September 2, 2026
What recent fertilizer and crop prices can teach us about buying farm inputs.