V6 — Issue 3

Project GREEEN: 25 Years of Strengthening Michigan Plant Agriculture

In the late 1990s, Michigan’s plant agriculture faced serious challenges, with pests and diseases threatening growers. To address this, a partnership called Project GREEEN (Generating Research and Extension to meet Economic and Environmental Needs) was established, bringing together leaders from Michigan State University, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, and plant commodity …

USDA Allocates $27.6 Million in Grants to Support Underserved and Veteran Farmers

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is providing $27.6 million in grants through its 2501 Program to support underserved and veteran farmers, ranchers, and foresters. The program offers training, outreach, and technical assistance to help them succeed in their agricultural ventures. These grants will fund various projects, including educational initiatives and resource connections. The …

Employee Spotlight – Rachel Moore

Rachel has experienced something of a stilted start to her professional accounting career due to the coronavirus pandemic, but that has not stopped her. She joined the De Boer Baumann & Company team as an intern in January of 2020 and worked with the firm through March, when the stay-at-home-order went into effect. Rachel …

A Primer on Lead Generation Techniques for Manufacturers

Lead generation is a key factor in the success of any manufacturing operation. After all, without customers to buy a product, there is no need to produce it. Thomasnet recently released a thorough article offering more than thirty helpful tips for manufacturers seeking to refine their lead generation tactics and pursue business growth. The …