https://www.wcmu.org/tags/michigan-farming Michigan Farming en-US Copyright Wed, 25 Feb 2026 04:04:34 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2026-02-24/michigan-farmland-prices-increasing-at-highest-rate-in-country Data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture puts Michigan’s farm real estate value at about $6,800 per acre in 2025, a 7.8% increase from 2024. It was the highest increase in the country. Wed, 25 Feb 2026 04:04:34 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2026-02-24/michigan-farmland-prices-increasing-at-highest-rate-in-country Anna Busse https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-08-13/bay-city-woman-finds-healing-while-balancing-tech-career-and-produce-stand Lauren Schwab balances a remote tech career with running a backyard produce stand and selling at a local market in Bay City. After a stage four melanoma diagnosis, she’s found healing and purpose in growing and sharing fresh, local food. Wed, 13 Aug 2025 19:03:31 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-08-13/bay-city-woman-finds-healing-while-balancing-tech-career-and-produce-stand Alexandrea Ladiski https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-08-19/agdrones080725 When you drive past potato fields in Montcalm County, you can see more and more drones flying in the air. Experts say there has been an increase in drone usage because they provide precise pesticide application and might reduce costs. Thu, 07 Aug 2025 19:04:57 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-08-19/agdrones080725 Masha Smahliuk https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-08-07/lavender073125 A new lavender farm has recently opened in central Michigan, and experts say it's a part of a larger trend of a growing interest in agritourism. Thu, 07 Aug 2025 16:44:33 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-08-07/lavender073125 Masha Smahliuk https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-07-25/fair072425 The Isabella County Fair hosted several shows for kids ages 8 through 19 to compete with their dogs, horses, chickens and other animals. Fri, 25 Jul 2025 16:09:18 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-07-25/fair072425 Masha Smahliuk https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-06-30/farming-under-solar-panels-msu-researchers-test-a-new-model-for-michigan-agriculture Michigan State University is testing whether solar panels and farmland can coexist. A new agrivoltaics study aims to help Michigan farmers decide if dual-use land can support crops, energy and income. Mon, 30 Jun 2025 22:11:42 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-06-30/farming-under-solar-panels-msu-researchers-test-a-new-model-for-michigan-agriculture Alexandrea Ladiski https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2024-12-17/michigan-christmas-tree-farmers-report-positive-growing-season Despite late summer drought conditions, Christmas tree farmers say this year's growing season was better than 2023. Tue, 17 Dec 2024 23:20:42 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2024-12-17/michigan-christmas-tree-farmers-report-positive-growing-season Rick Brewer https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2023-07-11/crop-concerns-arise-amid-michigans-continued-drought Drought-related challenges persist across the state, raising concerns among many farmers. Tue, 11 Jul 2023 21:30:36 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2023-07-11/crop-concerns-arise-amid-michigans-continued-drought Renae King https://www.wcmu.org/economy/2020-09-16/2020-looking-to-be-good-year-for-michigan-farmers 2020 may not be remembered for very much good news but agriculture experts say Michigan farmers are one bright spot. Most should see average yields this… Wed, 16 Sep 2020 17:31:39 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/economy/2020-09-16/2020-looking-to-be-good-year-for-michigan-farmers nwestendorp