Fruit & Nuts
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Michigan Transition to Organic Partnership Program leads nation in farmer mentorships
Published on November 12, 2026
The Michigan Transition to Organic Partnership Program celebrates and builds upon a successful program. -
Tribal communities are using SARE grants to advance sustainable agriculture, food sovereignty and education
Published on November 4, 2026
Apply by December 3 for Farmer Rancher, Youth Educator, Partnership and Research and Education grants. -
Pesticide applicator review, certification testing and recertification credits offered in West Olive
Published on November 2, 2026
Michigan State University Extension and MDARD will host a restricted use pesticide review and testing on November 19 in Ottawa County. -
Navigating pesticide certification and recertification in Michigan
Published on October 30, 2026
Everything applicators need to know about exams, credentials, training resources and continuing education requirements. -
Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core Review Sessions, RUP credits and MDARD testing for winter 2026 through spring 2027
Published on October 30, 2026
Learn essential information and frequently asked questions regarding the certification process, recertification options and the upcoming Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core review sessions with MDARD testing. -
Four NCR-SARE grant opportunities to fund farmers, educators and researchers are open for applications
Published on October 5, 2026
Apply by December 3 for Farmer Rancher, Youth Educator, Partnership and Research and Education grants. -
Earn RUP and CCA credits through 2026-2027 MSU Pesticide Safety Webinar Series: The RUP/CCA Credit Clinic
Published on October 5, 2026
The series includes 10 webinars covering pesticide safety and application topics. Pesticide and education credits are available for participants in Michigan and participating New England states. Registration is now open. -
New pesticide decision website for apple, peach and cherry growers
Published on October 2, 2026
The free “MI Fruit Decision” website now contains decision making tools for apple, peach, tart cherry and sweet cherry growers to improve pest management programs using data from many years of MSU pesticide efficacy trials. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update – September 22, 2026
Published on September 23, 2026
Main apple harvest season is underway while we wait on fall weather to arrive. -
Building safety into the everyday rhythm of agricultural work
Published on September 16, 2026
Farm safety resources to help farm owners, workers and families turn tragedy into practical steps for preventing serious injuries and deaths. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update – September 15, 2026
Published on September 16, 2026
Main apple harvest season underway. Waiting on fall weather. -
New to Agriculture? We’ve got a guide for you!
Published on September 10, 2026
The Beginning Farmer Resource and Decision-Making Guide is now available from Michigan State University Extension and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update – September 8, 2026
Published on September 10, 2026
Main apple harvest season is under way as well as hybrid wine grape harvest. -
Agricultural producers can share their input in the Midwest Farm Conservation Survey
Published on September 2, 2026
Help improve the value of conservation programs for Midwestern farmers by taking a survey. -
Buy now or wait? Best practices for securing next year’s farm inputs
Published on September 2, 2026
What recent fertilizer and crop prices can teach us about buying farm inputs. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update – September 1, 2026
Published on September 2, 2026
The last of peaches are being harvested. Cider mills and U-picks are opening. -
Michigan residents receive sustainable agriculture grant
Published on August 28, 2026
Michigan Farmers and community leaders receive grants for new ideas. -
USDA releases farmland cash rental values for Michigan counties
Published on August 27, 2026
Michigan State University Extension updates their annual report with the latest data. -
Southeast Michigan fruit update – August 25, 2026
Published on August 26, 2026
Harvest of Premier Honeycrisps and peaches continue. -
USDA Farmland Cash Rental Rates
Published on August 25, 2026
Rental rates per county taken from USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Services
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