Michigan Farming

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.

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.

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.

The Isabella County Fair hosted several shows for kids ages 8 through 19 to compete with their dogs, horses, chickens and other animals.

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.

Despite late summer drought conditions, Christmas tree farmers say this year's growing season was better than 2023.

Drought-related challenges persist across the state, raising concerns among many 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…