Organic Agriculture
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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. -
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. -
Expand your knowledge of vegetable production at the 2026 Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable, and Farm Market Expo
Published on October 1, 2026
This year’s schedule is packed with educational opportunities for vegetable growers. -
Quick response critical to reducing impacts of manure spills
Published on September 22, 2026
Manure spills can happen despite the best prevention efforts. Understanding response procedures and reporting requirements can help safeguard water quality and reduce liability. -
Agricultural Weather Outlook for September 17, 2026
Presented as part of the MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast, Jeff Andresen reviews recent weather events and totals, and provides short-, medium- and long-term outlooks using NOAA forecasts to assess impacts on field crops.
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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. -
Agricultural Weather Outlook for September 10, 2026
Presented as part of the MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast, Jeff Andresen reviews recent weather events and totals, and provides short-, medium- and long-term outlooks using NOAA forecasts to assess impacts on field crops.
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Dig in! MSU Organic Farmer Training expands to Flint in 2027
Published on September 9, 2026
Aspiring farmers can apply now to gain hands-on experience, visit more than 20 farms and build a farm plan through learning sites in Flint, Detroit, East Lansing and Grand Rapids. -
Agricultural Weather Outlook for September 3, 2026
Presented as part of the MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast, Jeff Andresen reviews recent weather events and totals, and provides short-, medium- and long-term outlooks using NOAA forecasts to assess impacts on field crops.
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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. -
Watering smarter: Join MSU Extension for a hands-on nursery irrigation field day
Published on August 28, 2026
Gain insights into creating more uniform, efficient, and environmentally responsible irrigation systems. -
Irrigation Investment Economics
The Michigan State University Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series features Lyndon Kelley, MSU/Purdue Extension Water Management and Irrigation Educator, discussing irrigation investment economics.
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Agricultural Weather Outlook for August 27, 2026
Presented as part of the MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast, Jeff Andresen reviews recent weather events and totals, and provides short-, medium- and long-term outlooks using NOAA forecasts to assess impacts on field crops.
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Announcing the Michigan First-Generation Farm Mentorship Program
Published on August 21, 2026
Learn from experienced farm mentors through this new opportunity. -
Agricultural Weather Outlook for August 20, 2026
Presented as part of the MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast, Jeff Andresen reviews recent weather events and totals, and provides short-, medium- and long-term outlooks using NOAA forecasts to assess impacts on field crops.
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