Events
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May 6
Monthly Drop-in Organic Farming Q & A - May 2026
May 6, 2026 12:00PM – 1:00PM Noon to 1pm ET https://msu.zoom.us/j/94407160761 Passcode: TOPP
Join Michigan's TOPP Technicians Alex, Kim and Sam for monthly drop-in office hours to chat all things organic farming.
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May 6
PEARS Deeper Dive - Partnerships and Coalitions - May
May 6, 2026 3:00PM – 4:00PM Zoom
During this deeper dive you will learn how to enter Partnerships and Coalitions.
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May 7
Preserving MI Harvest-Preserving Toppings: Jam, Jelly, Syrup, Sauces
May 7, 2026 1-2 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. ET Zoom Webinar
Learn preservation tips and recipes to use your frozen berries for tasty syrups, sauces, jams, and jellies in the winter.
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May 7
2026 World Food Prize Michigan Youth Institute
May 7, 2026 7:30AM – 2:00PM 642 Red Cedar Rd, East Lansing, MI 48824
The World Food Prize Michigan Youth Institute is a one-day event where students in grades 7-12 present research and recommendations on how to address critical global challenges.
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May 7
Pesticide Applicator Core Review and MDARD Core Testing – May 7 2026 MSUFCU
May 7, 2026 8:00AM – 5:00PM Check-in for the program is 8 to 8:30 a.m. MSUFCU Headquarters, 3899 Coolidge Rd., East Lansing, MI
A review of the Pesticide Applicators Core Manual to prepare for the MDARD Pesticide Applicators Certification Exam in the afternoon. THE CORE REVIEW IS MANDATORY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE IN-PERSON TESTING. Refreshments and light lunch will be served.
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May 8
PEARS Crash Course - May
May 8, 2026 9:30AM – 12:00PM Zoom
Learn what to report in PEARS, how often to report, and how to get help
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May 11
Serving up Food Safety - Allergy 102: Living with a Food Allergy
May 11, 2026 12:00PM – 12:30PM Zoom Webinar
Join MSU Extension food safety educators as they dive into food safety topics each week and answer your questions.
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May 12
PEARS Deeper Dive - Success Stories - May
May 12, 2026 11:00AM – 12:00PM Zoom
This PEARS Deeper Dive should be attended after you attend the PEARS Crash Course. During this deeper dive you will learn how to enter a Success Story.
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May 13
4-H and FFA Meats Judging State Contest 2026
May 13, 2026 9:00AM – 2:00PM MSU Meat Lab
The 4-H and FFA Meats Judging State Contest gives youth an opportunity to demonstrate their ability to evaluate carcasses and identify meats.
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May 14
Preserving MI Harvest-Preserving for Outdoor Adventures
May 14, 2026 1-2 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. ET Zoom Webinar
Whether you are traveling, camping, or hiking, we've got great tips to keep your food safe. Discover how to dehydrate snacks and meals and explore delicious recipe ideas!