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Your daily source of agriculture and farming news for Michigan. We also provide farmers with information on markets, auctions and farm equipment, as well as local job and career opportunities.

Michigan Ag News Headlines

Why farmers continue when times get tough

Farmers persevere through challenges, finding fulfillment in their...

Strengthening wheat with enhanced genetics

Study on wheat genome opens doors to improved disease resistance and...

USDA monitors avian flu in dairy cattle across multiple U.S. States

Avian flu impacts dairy herds in 15 states; USDA and FDA take measures...

Michigan farmers push harvest amid ideal weather

Favorable Michigan weather enabled rapid harvest progress, with corn,...

USDA invests $4.1 million to expand biofuel access in Michigan

The USDA has granted $4.1 million to expand biofuel infrastructure in...

MSU’s new biopesticide saves farmers from pest

MSU researchers are developing a yeast-based biopesticide to target...

Warm fall speeds up harvest for southwest Michigan crops

A warm fall in Southwest Michigan speeds up harvest schedules for crops...

Seed treatment educational event set for November 20 in Michigan

On Nov. 20, Michigan offers a full-day seed treatment session, covering...

USDA boosts future farming with GM crops

USDA approves low-risk status for GM crops by CoverCress, GCMBNA,...

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Wednesday, November 6, 2024

The value of shelterbelts - more than just trees

Shelterbelts, while difficult to value monetarily, offer significant benefits like increased crop yields, reduced energy costs, improved livestock...

Wednesday, November 6, 2024

Dairy exports flourish with CWT deals

CWT secured 89 export contracts in October, sending 11.2 million pounds of dairy products worldwide, boosting support for U.S. dairy cooperatives.

Wednesday, November 6, 2024

Honouring innovation in wheat production 2024

The 2024 National Wheat Yield Contest awarded top wheat growers nationwide, highlighting yield, quality, and innovative wheat management among 516...

Tuesday, November 5, 2024

Texas teen wins big at Chevron TRC

Texas teen Tyler Billings clinched the Grand Champion title at Chevron’s Tractor Restoration Competition, impressing judges with his 1980...

Tuesday, November 5, 2024

Farm Credit Canada funds 82 community projects

Farm Credit Canada has distributed $1.5 million via its AgriSpirit Fund to 82 community groups, aiding rural development and improving quality of...

Tuesday, November 5, 2024

USDA and reinvestment fund expand food access

The USDA has allocated $6 million to Reinvestment Fund to support 45 projects aimed at improving access to healthy food in underserved communities...

Precision Agriculture Digital Digest

Precision Agriculture Digital Digest is published quarterly and shares the latest innovations and techniques related to precision agriculture and ag technology. Read the most recent edition of the Farms.com Precision Ag Digital Digest to learn more about the latest in precision agriculture, including technology, equipment, efficiencies, data, soil, mapping, and much more.

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