Events

  • Aug 24

    Applications for the 2026 Organic Farmer Training Program are now open!

    August 24, 2025 – February 22, 2026 Scholarship application deadline is November 15. Applications for Detroit encouraged by November 15. Applications accepted until the cohort is full.

    New farmers in can now apply for the 2026 MSU Organic Farmer Training Program in Detroit, East Lansing and our new site in Grand Rapids. More info at https://www.canr.msu.edu/organic_farmer_training_program/about/apply-now

  • Sep 4

    KBS Long-Term Agroecosystem Research Third Annual Field Day

    September 4, 2025 9:30AM – 1:30PM Kellogg Biological Station LTAR site, 9693 N 40th St. Hickory Corners, MI 49060

    Join our third annual KBS LTAR Field Day! This free event will showcase new research on regenerative agriculture, and provide the opportunity to connect with local agricultural and conservation professionals, as well as MSU researchers.

  • Sep 10

    Blueberry Field Day

    September 10, 2025 10:00AM – 3:00PM Trevor Nichols Research and Extension Center , 6237 124th Ave. Fennville, MI 49408

    Join the MSU Extension blueberry team to learn about ongoing research from this summer. Topics will include irrigation, disease management, insect integrated pest management, replant tips and soil.

  • Sep 11

    Immigration Essentials for Farm Employers Webinar - Session 1: ICE Insight

    September 11, 2025 10:00AM – 11:00AM Zoom webinar

    Learn proactive strategies to reduce the risk of immigration audits or raids and how to respond if officials arrive.

  • Sep 18

    Immigration Essentials for Farm Employers Webinar - Session 2: I-9 Compliance

    September 18, 2025 10:00AM – 11:00AM Zoom webinar

    Learn practical tools to conduct internal I-9 audits, correct common errors, and build a documentation system to remain in compliance and protect your operation.

  • Sep 25

    Immigration Essentials for Farm Employers Webinar - Session 3: Immigration Policy

    September 25, 2025 10:00AM – 11:00AM Zoom webinar

    Learn about current immigration enforcement trends and future reform proposals that could impact agricultural employers and their workforce.

  • 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!

  • Oct 21

    2025 Michigan Agricultural Credit Conference

    October 21, 2025 8:00AM – 4:00PM Molecular Plant Sciences Building, MSU Campus, 1066 Bogue St., East Lansing, MI 48824

    The conference provides agricultural lenders, agribusinesses, policymakers, and other interested parties with updates on the economy and agricultural industries in Michigan. Hear from experts about agricultural policy, commodity outlooks, and much more. 

  • Oct 23

    Farm Policy and Risk Management Series-Blueberries Cost of Production Study Review

    October 23, 2025 12:00PM – 1:00PM Zoom

    Farm Policy and Risk Management Series will be hosting a FREE series of educational webinars online on USDA insurance programs.