﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><!--RSS Genrated: Sat, 14 Nov 2026 13:29:09 GMT--><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:ev="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/event/"><channel><title>Michigan Ag Connection</title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com:443/home/rss/1255</link><atom:link href="https://michiganagconnection.com:443/home/rss/1255" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><description>RSS document</description><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Manoj Rawat]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[MSU Helps Michigan Businesses Cut Energy Costs]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/msu-helps-michigan-businesses-cut-energy-costs</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) officials visited Michigan State University (MSU) on October 27, 2026, to explore how its Industrial Training and Assessment Center (ITAC) ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Nov 2026 15:49:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/msu-helps-michigan-businesses-cut-energy-costs</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-184397]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Orien Sangle]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Carhartt Invests in Farmers and Food Relief While Supporting Local Community in Michigan]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/carhartt-invests-in-farmers-and-food-relief-while-supporting-local-community-in-michigan</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 Michigan-based workwear company Carhartt is expanding its commitment to farmers and local communities through a $1 million investment aimed at reducing food waste and ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2026 13:38:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/carhartt-invests-in-farmers-and-food-relief-while-supporting-local-community-in-michigan</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-184333]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Bee Palooza Inspires Public Support For Pollinators And Conservation]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/bee-palooza-inspires-public-support-for-pollinators-and-conservation</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 Pollinators play a vital role in agriculture, food production, and environmental health. Despite their importance, many people are unaware of the significant contributions ...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2026 14:11:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/bee-palooza-inspires-public-support-for-pollinators-and-conservation</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-184001]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[SuperUser Account]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Can Lasers Solve Michigan Vegetable Growers' Weed Problems?]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/can-lasers-solve-michigan-vegetable-growers-weed-problems</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 Weed control could become a little more high-tech for Michigan vegetable growers as researchers explore whether precision lasers can reduce labor costs and make organic ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2026 15:59:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/can-lasers-solve-michigan-vegetable-growers-weed-problems</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-183938]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[MSU Advisory Council Earns Key Partner Award Recognition]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/msu-advisory-council-earns-key-partner-award-recognition</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 The MSU Extension and AgBioResearch State Advisory Council has been recognized with the Key Partner Award for its outstanding contributions to supporting communities, ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2026 13:02:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/msu-advisory-council-earns-key-partner-award-recognition</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-183577]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[SARE Grants Empower Tribal Agriculture and Food Sovereignty]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/sare-grants-empower-tribal-agriculture-and-food-sovereignty</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 Tribal communities across Michigan and the North Central Region are using Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) grants to strengthen food sovereignty, ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2026 12:48:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/sare-grants-empower-tribal-agriculture-and-food-sovereignty</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-183417]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Michigan Potato Industry Earns Prestigious Extension Partnership Award]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/michigan-potato-industry-earns-prestigious-extension-partnership-award</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 The Michigan Potato Industry Commission (MPIC) has been recognized for its outstanding partnership with Michigan State University (MSU) Extension, receiving the prestigious ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2026 12:43:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/michigan-potato-industry-earns-prestigious-extension-partnership-award</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-183416]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Late Planted Cover Crops Can Still Deliver Valuable Benefits]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/late-planted-cover-crops-can-still-deliver-valuable-benefits</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 Many farmers face challenges when planting fall cover crops on time. Delayed harvests, changing weather conditions, and limited field access can push cover crop planting into ...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2026 13:14:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/late-planted-cover-crops-can-still-deliver-valuable-benefits</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-183370]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Michigan Pesticide Training Offers Certification and Credit Opportunities]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/michigan-pesticide-training-offers-certification-and-credit-opportunities</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 Michigan pesticide applicators will have an opportunity to complete important certification, recertification, and safety training requirements through a special educational ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2026 13:28:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/michigan-pesticide-training-offers-certification-and-credit-opportunities</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-183178]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[MSU Study Turns Storm Damaged Timber into Sustainable Biochar]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/msu-study-turns-storm-damaged-timber-into-sustainable-biochar</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 Michigan State University (MSU) is exploring an innovative solution for the large amount of timber damaged by severe ice storms that affected northern Michigan in 2025. A new ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2026 13:19:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/msu-study-turns-storm-damaged-timber-into-sustainable-biochar</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-183177]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Michigan Farmland Loss Raises Concerns For Future Agriculture]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/michigan-farmland-loss-raises-concerns-for-future-agriculture</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 Agriculture remains one of the most important industries in Michigan, supporting jobs, food production, and economic growth across the state. American farmers produce the ...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2026 13:36:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/michigan-farmland-loss-raises-concerns-for-future-agriculture</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-183075]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Michigan Agriculture Commission Meeting Opens Doors for Public Participation]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/michigan-agriculture-commission-meeting-opens-doors-for-public-participation</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 The Michigan Commission of Agriculture and Rural Development is scheduled to hold a regular public meeting to discuss matters related to agriculture and rural development. ...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2026 13:31:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/michigan-agriculture-commission-meeting-opens-doors-for-public-participation</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-183073]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Michigan Grants Boost Local Food Access in School Cafeterias]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/michigan-grants-boost-local-food-access-in-school-cafeterias</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 Schools across Michigan are gaining new opportunities to increase access to fresh, locally produced food through a regional food system initiative. The program aims to ...]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 12:59:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/michigan-grants-boost-local-food-access-in-school-cafeterias</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-182531]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[MSU Team Wins Grant to Tackle PFAS In Farmlands]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/msu-team-wins-grant-to-tackle-pfas-in-farmlands</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 A research team led by Michigan State University (MSU) has received a $400,000 grant from the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) to study PFAS ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:22:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/msu-team-wins-grant-to-tackle-pfas-in-farmlands</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-182474]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[USDA Supports Modern Emergency Services Center in Armada Township]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/usda-supports-modern-emergency-services-center-in-armada-township</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 Armada Township has celebrated the opening of a new emergency services center designed to strengthen public safety and improve emergency response capabilities for local ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:15:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/usda-supports-modern-emergency-services-center-in-armada-township</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-182473]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Q4 Marketing Ideas to Boost Food and Beverage Sales]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/q4-marketing-ideas-to-boost-food-and-beverage-sales</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 The final quarter of the year is one of the most important sales periods for food and beverage businesses. Seasonal celebrations, holiday gatherings, gift purchases, and ...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:31:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/q4-marketing-ideas-to-boost-food-and-beverage-sales</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-182382]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[MSU Organic Farmer Training Program Opens Applications]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/msu-organic-farmer-training-program-opens-applications</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 Michigan State University has opened applications for its 2027 Organic Farmer Training Program (OFTP), providing aspiring and beginning farmers with a valuable opportunity to ...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:27:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/msu-organic-farmer-training-program-opens-applications</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-182381]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[MSU Research Center Drives Innovation for Michigan Specialty Crops]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/msu-research-center-drives-innovation-for-michigan-specialty-crops</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 Michigan State University’s Southwest Michigan Research and Extension Center (SWMREC) plays a vital role in advancing agricultural research and supporting farmers across the ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:30:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/msu-research-center-drives-innovation-for-michigan-specialty-crops</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-182228]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[USDA Celebrates New Armada Township Fire Station]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/usda-celebrates-new-armada-township-fire-station</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development is recognizing the completion of a new fire station in Armada Township, Michigan. The project represents an ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:25:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/usda-celebrates-new-armada-township-fire-station</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-182227]]></dc:identifier></item><item><dc:creator><![CDATA[Siddhika Khairnar]]></dc:creator><title><![CDATA[Bulletins Live Two Tracker Helps Applicators Stay Informed]]></title><link>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/bulletins-live-two-tracker-helps-applicators-stay-informed</link><description><![CDATA[ By  Andi Anderson  

 Michigan State University Extension has introduced a new resource to help pesticide applicators keep up with changing pesticide regulations and environmental protection ...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 13:18:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://michiganagconnection.com/news/bulletins-live-two-tracker-helps-applicators-stay-informed</guid><dc:identifier><![CDATA[b23511c6-a5fb-408b-aa8e-680e895203a7-182172]]></dc:identifier></item></channel></rss>