agriculture

Current State #77 | April 30, 2013

Current State — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:43:48 +0000

Today on Current State: a review of April's news while looking to May; Michigan sustainable food systems and a new exhibit features local architecture.

Building sustainable food systems in Michigan

Current State — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:34:27 +0000

Michigan farmers markets boost economy, health

Current State — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 22:53:25 +0000

The Michigan Farmers Market Conference takes place today and tomorrow as part of Agriculture and Natural Resources Week. The growth and expansion of farmers’ markets is one of the most visible aspects of Michigan’s vibrant local and regional food renaissance. This rapid market growth has created a need for educational and advocacy programs that protect and grow these venues and highlight the benefits and importance of Michigan agriculture.

Current State #24 | February 14, 2013

Current State — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 18:14:25 +0000

Today on Current State: Michigan's energy future; Michigan radio legend Mike Whorf talks about life and love songs; MSU research on cyberbullying; a Public Poetry Announcement featuring Jack Gilbert; and Michigan farmers voice their concerns.

Michigan Farm Bureau outlines 2013 agenda

Current State — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 17:39:00 +0000

More than 400 Michigan farmers had a chance to meet with state legislators this week to talk about their priorities for 2013. The Michigan Farm Bureau has outlined three main focus areas for its agenda: access to markets, workforce development, and regulatory reform.

Drought Begins to Worry Mid-Michigan Corn Growers

Mark Bashore — Tue, 10 Jul 2012 04:00:00 +0000

2012 is already unfolding as a year that many Michigan crop growers would like to forget. As summer settles in, a prolonged dry spell has thousands of mid- and south-Michigan corn growers praying for rain.

USDA Undersecretary Praises Senate Farm Bill Passage

Kevin Lavery — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 18:11:54 +0000

U.S. Agriculture Undersecretary Dallas Tonsager is praising the Senate’s passage of a $1 trillion farm bill. Tonsager was in mid-Michigan Friday to meet with farmers and homeowners.

Where Are the Bees?

Gretchen Millich — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 02:30:00 +0000

Warm weather has promoted fruit trees in Michigan to bloom four or five weeks ahead of schedule. That means that bees need to be here early, too, but most of the bees that pollinate orchards in Michigan are still wintering in Florida or are busy pollinating crops in California.