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Michigan Vegetable Crop Planning Resources “The best fertilizer is a farmer’s footsteps”, but your careful attention is needed well ahead of soil prep, planting or even ordering seeds. Here is a crop planning spreadsheet that many growers have found helpful. You’ll find two files — one that has first-succession planting dates for winter hoophouse production…

Green Things Farm:Hoophouse Nursery Seedling Production Spring is right around the corner and it’s time to start thinking seeds and nurseries! So, we’re bringing in the folks from Green Things Farm Collective – the farming home of its owners Nate, Jill, Michelle, Hannah, and Eric, as well as their farming crew. We had a chance to sit…

Why a Hoophouse Is Right for You Hoophouses, also called high tunnels, make an excellent addition to any farm. These structures support diverse crop growth, higher crop quality, increased yields, and longer growing seasons. Compared to conventional greenhouses, hoophouses offer a better return on investment (ROI) and use simple systems for environmental control. Reap the benefits of hoophouses…