Events

  • Jul 11

    Veteran Farmer Conference

    July 11, 2025 – July 12, 2025 The Farmstead Inn & Conference Center, 370 S Van Buren St, Shipshewana, IN 46565

    This two-day conference provides meaningful educational workshops, practical training, and networking opportunities designed specifically for veteran farmers, agricultural professionals, and caregivers.

  • Jul 30

    Michigan Viticulture Field Day and Michigan Enology Experience

    July 30, 2025 – July 31, 2025 Day 1: Southwest Michigan Research and Extension Center, 1791 Hillandale Rd Benton Harbor, MI 49022. Day 2: Lake Michigan College Welch Center for Wine and Viticulture, 2774 E Empire Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022

    Two days of education about the latest technology, strategies and techniques in viticulture and winemaking.

  • Aug 3

    The Northern Nut Growers Association and the Chestnut Growers of America Joint Conference

    August 3, 2025 – August 6, 2025 DoubleTree by Hilton, 111 N. Grand Ave, 48933, Lansing Michigan

    The Northern Nut Growers Association (NNGA) and the Chestnut Growers of America (CGA) will hold their joint 2025 conference on August 3-6, 2025, in Lansing, Michigan.

  • Aug 18

    Michigan TOPP Network Partner Event: Northern Michigan Small Farm Conference 2025

    August 18, 2025 – August 19, 2025 The Leelanau School, 1 Old Homestead Rd, Glen Arbor, MI 49636

    Northern Michigan Small Farm Conference will be held in Glenn Arbor, August 18-19

  • Aug 21

    2025 Dirt to Glass: Elevating Michigan Wine from the Ground Up

    August 21, 2025 – August 22, 2025 The Cathedral Barn at Historic Barns Park, 1500 Red Drive, Traverse City, MI 49684

    Dirt to Glass™ 2025 takes place August 21 and 22 in Traverse City, Michigan. Designed to empower growers, winemakers, and industry professionals, Dirt to Glass is not just a conference—it’s a catalyst for transformation in the Michigan wine industry.

  • Oct 4

    Michigan Beekeepers Association Fall Conference

    October 4, 2025 9:00AM – 5:00PM Washtenaw Community College, Morris Lawrence Building, 4800 E Huron River Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48105

    The Michigan Beekeepers Association Fall Conference is a great place to learn about beekeeping and honey bee health!

  • Oct 9

    Organic Apple Orchard Tour at Third Leaf Farms - TOPP Partner event

    October 9, 2025 4:00PM – 6:00PM 4 to 6pm ET Third Leaf Farm, 13993 10 Mile Rd NE, Greenville, MI 48838

    Managing organic apples is complex! See this example from a 3rd generation orchard that has transitioned to organic over the last decade. Farmer Kyle Rasch will share insights on soil health, organic approaches to pest and disease management and more!