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  • Filter Method for Sampling for Spotted Wing Drosophila Larvae

    Published on April 11, 2024

    This video provides instructions for how to use a reusable coffee filter to monitor ripe blueberries for spotted wing drosophila larvae.

  • Influences of overwintering conditions and seasonal relative humidity on SWD populations

    Published on February 6, 2020

    Dr. Rufus Isaacs of the Department of Entomology at Michigan State University talks about how environmental factors influence spotted wing drosophila (SWD) populations.

  • What is AgrAbility?

    Published on February 24, 2026

    The vision of the National AgrAbility Project is to enhance the quality of life for farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural workers with disabilities. In partnership with Easterseals MORC and Michigan State University, Michigan AgrAbility provides help to farmers with chronic health conditions. Together, we're helping individuals continue working while also supporting their families.

  • Agricultural Weather Outlook for March 31, 2026

    Published on March 31, 2026

    An agricultural weather update that reviews recent weather events and temperature and precipitation totals, and provides short-, medium- and long-term outlooks to help Michigan farmers anticipate field conditions and plan operations.

  • Agricultural Weather Outlook for April 7, 2026

    Published on April 7, 2026

    An agricultural weather update that reviews recent weather events and temperature and precipitation totals, and provides short-, medium- and long-term outlooks to help Michigan farmers anticipate field conditions and plan operations.

  • Agricultural Weather Outlook for April 14, 2026

    Published on April 14, 2026

    An agricultural weather update that reviews recent weather events and temperature and precipitation totals, and provides short-, medium- and long-term outlooks to help Michigan farmers anticipate field conditions and plan operations.

  • Agricultural Weather Outlook for April 21, 2026

    Published on April 21, 2026

    An agricultural weather update that reviews recent weather events and temperature and precipitation totals, and provides short-, medium- and long-term outlooks to help Michigan farmers anticipate field conditions and plan operations.

  • Mar 12

    Need Help with Bulletins Live! Two?

    March 12, 2025 8:30AM – 10:30AM Saginaw County MSU Extension Office, 723 Emerson Street, Saginaw, MI 48607

    Pesticide labels now require applicators to check EPA's Bulletins Live! Two system. This training consists of an educational session on Bulletins Live! Two followed by one-on-one training on using the system for updated bulletins and use limitations.

  • Mar 25

    West Central Spring Horticulture Meeting 2025

    March 25, 2025 9:00AM – 3:30PM Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. West Central Michigan Horticulture Research & Extension Center, 5185 N. Oceana Dr., Hart, MI 49420

    Attendees will hear updated information on growing practices, disease management and produce safety in tree fruit systems.

  • Aug 13

    2024 Farming for the Future Field Day

    August 13, 2024 10:00AM – 3:45PM Registration begins at 9:30 am West Central Michigan Research & Extension Center, 5185 N Oceana Dr., Hart, MI 49420

    This field day will showcase tools and techniques that will allow attendees to dig deeper into irrigation, ground cover and soil.

  • Aug 28

    Unconventional Fruit Working Group 04: Nutrition Management - Virtual Meetup

    August 28, 2024 12:30PM – 1:30PM Online

    This is a free virtual meetup group for fruit farmers who grow fruit using non-conventional practices, including but not limited to organic farmers.

  • Feb 23

    MI Ag Ideas to Grow With

    February 23, 2026 – March 5, 2026 Zoom

    Unique virtual experience encompassing many aspects of the agricultural industry

  • Mar 14

    2024 West Central Spring Horticulture Meeting

    March 14, 2024 9:00AM – 5:00PM Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. West Michigan Research & Extension Center 5185 N. Oceana Dr., Hart, MI 49420

    Attendees will hear updated information on insect, disease and growing practices in tree fruit production.

  • Nov 4

    Hands-On Irrigation Workshop for Commercial Tree Fruit Growers - Hart

    November 4, 2025 9:30AM – 12:00PM Registration begins at 9 a.m. Palmer Orchards (formerly Rennhack Orchards), 2202 N 72nd Ave, Hart, MI 49420

    Join MSU Extension for a hands-on, outdoor workshop to discuss challenges this year and learn how to evaluate your irrigation system.

  • Apr 3

    Need Help with Bulletins Live! Two?

    April 3, 2025 1:00PM – 3:00PM Shiawassee County MSU Extension Office, 149 E. Corunna Ave. 1st Floor, Corunna, MI 48817

    Pesticide labels now require applicators to check EPA's Bulletins Live! Two system. This training consists of an educational session on Bulletins Live! Two followed by one-on-one training on using the system for updated bulletins and use limitations.

  • Apr 1

    Tuesday Evening Fruit Meetings

    April 1, 2025 5:30PM – 7:30PM Zoom

    Join Educators Derek Plotkowski, Mike Reinke and Cheyenne Sloan for our weekly small fruit IPM updates.

  • Mar 29

    Fruit Tree Care

    March 29, 2025 10:00AM – 12:00PM 10:00am Nature Center 459 Livingston Blvd. Gaylord, MI 49735

    Join MSU Extension Horticulture Educator, Nathaniel Walton, for discussion on growing your own fruit trees. Learn which varieties are ideal for northern Michigan and how to properly plant them, followed by a hands-on pruning demonstration in the garden.

  • Mar 5

    Need Help with Bulletins Live! Two?

    March 5, 2025 9:30AM – 11:30AM Lapeer County MSU Extension Office, 1800 Imlay City Road Suite 1, Lapeer, MI 48446

    Pesticide labels now require applicators to check EPA's Bulletins Live! Two system. This training consists of an educational session on Bulletins Live! Two followed by one-on-one training on using the system for updated bulletins and use limitations.

  • Oct 28

    Webinar: Organic Market Premium - How Much Can I Expect to Get for My Products?

    October 28, 2025 12:00PM – 1:00PM Zoom Webinar

    Curious about making money in organic farming? Join us for this webinar.

  • Apr 24

    Unconventional Fruit Working Group 07: Buying Products for the 2025 Season

    April 24, 2025 12:00PM – 1:00PM Zoom

    This is a free, virtual meetup group for fruit farmers who grow fruit using non-conventional practices, including but not limited to organic farmers.