GRAND RAPIDS — The new generation of agricultural leaders across West Michigan will likely look different than your grandfather’s farm.

Farmers’ increasing use of credit to finance operations has left some operators financially exposed during a volatile period for the industry.

Concerns over the fate of NAFTA come at a time of pricing pressures for Michigan’s hog farmers.

SARANAC — One West Michigan producer of eggs plans to capitalize on the growing U.S. market for cage-free and organic products.