Events

  • Jan 13

    Michigan Cottage Food Law

    January 13, 2026 – June 18, 2026 Zoom Webinar

    The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.

  • Jan 22

    FREE Organic Inspector Training

    January 22, 2026 – March 19, 2026

    Apply now for Michigan’s Organic Inspector Training! This 8-week online course includes two mock audits and mentorship. Great for farmers, recent grads, or retirees who can travel.

  • Jan 26

    Plant Quest 2026

    January 26, 2026 6:00PM – 7:15PM Zoom

    Registration is now OPEN for this 4-part winter webinar series! Join this year's quest to find amazing plants, new gardening techniques, exciting design ideas, and the latest environmental best practices for your garden!

  • Jan 27

    MSU Veggie Grower Virtual Coffee Break January 27

    January 27, 2026 10:00AM – 11:00AM Online

    Grab your coffee as we talk with MSU experts about how to tackle tough challenges from the 2025 season. This week’s topic is on raising healthy tomato transplants by managing bacterial diseases.

  • Jan 29

    Michigan Manure Summit

    January 29, 2026 9:30AM – 4:00PM Okemos Events Center, 2187 University Park Drive, Okemos, MI 48864

    An annual educational event that provides updates on the science and best practices of manure management.

  • Feb 2

    Pesticide Safety Webinar Series: The RUP/CCA CEU Credit Clinic

    February 2, 2026 10:00AM – 2:00PM Online

    MSU’s Pesticide Safety Education Program offers virtual training series for applicators and ag professionals, covering pesticide safety, Endangered Species Act compliance, environmental protection and best practices in application and equipment use.

  • Feb 3

    2026 Crop and Pest Management Update Meeting

    February 3, 2026 9:00AM – 3:00PM Registration opens at 8:30 am Sanilac Career Center, 175 E Aitken Rd, Peck, MI 48466

    MSU Extension will host several Crop and Pest Management Updates for field crop producers and agribusiness professionals in 2026. RUP and CCA credits will be available.

  • Feb 3

    Farm Policy and Risk Management Series-Chestnuts Cost of Production Study Report from MSU

    February 3, 2026 12:00PM – 1:00PM Zoom

    Farm Policy and Risk Management Series will be hosting a FREE series of educational webinars online on USDA insurance programs.

  • Feb 4

    2026 Southeast Michigan Vegetable and Field Crops Grower Winter Meeting

    February 4, 2026 8:30AM – 3:00PM Old Mill Museum, 242 Toledo St., Dundee, MI 48131

    Opportunity for Southeast Michigan farmers to learn from and engage with MSU specialists and educators. This is a free event. 4 RUP and 5 CCA credits pending approval.

  • Feb 4

    Pesticide Safety Webinar Series: The RUP/CCA CEU Credit Clinic

    February 4, 2026 10:00AM – 2:00PM Online

    MSU’s Pesticide Safety Education Program offers virtual training series for applicators and ag professionals, covering pesticide safety, Endangered Species Act compliance, environmental protection and best practices in application and equipment use.