• Nov 6

    Farm Labor and Michigan Agriculture

    November 6, 2024 8:00AM – 5:00PM MSU University Club, 3435 Forest Road, Lansing, MI 48910 (Heritage Room)

    Agricultural workers are critical to the US economy to maintain a stable source of domestically-produced food. This one-day conference will feature an open discussion about these challenges and potential solutions to face them head-on.

  • Nov 12

    Beef and Swine Livestock Insurance - Farm Policy and Risk Management Series

    November 12, 2024 6:30PM – 8:00PM Online via Zoom

    This session will cover how insurance programs for beef and swine function and how to work with an insurance agent. The session will also review how to develop protection strategies and calculate program costs and indemnity payments.

  • Dec 4

    Michigan's new earned sick time act: What farmers need to know

    December 4, 2024 10:00AM – 11:00AM Online webinar

    The Earned Sick Leave Act will become law in Michigan on February 21, 2025 and will affect businesses with over 10 employees.

  • Dec 11

    Thumb Ag Day 2024

    December 11, 2024 9:00AM – 3:00PM 2409 E Atwater Rd., Ubly, MI 48475

    Join agricultural vendors and attend educational sessions. RUP/CCA credits pending. Free for participants to attend. Lunch tickets will be available for purchase. If you are interested in being a vendor, there is a small fee, and registration required.

  • Jan 7

    Beginner Grazing School

    January 7, 2025 7:00PM – 8:30PM

    Are you interested in learning about grazing techniques and basic livestock nutrition? Check out these virtual sessions!