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Plan your 2026 vineyard spray program: Multi-state pest management webinar for grape growers

Published on November 13, 2025
A multi-state webinar providing science-based guidance for building effective 2026 vineyard spray programs, with RUP credits available for Michigan growers.
Insights from Michigan agricultural professionals to advance farm conservation

Published on November 12, 2025
Through focus groups and surveys, a new MSU Extension report outlines some priority questions agricultural, conservation and agribusiness professionals in Michigan have about conservation practices.
Essential irrigation winterization tips before freezing temperatures hit

Published on November 3, 2025
A few preventive steps this fall can make all the difference next season. Learn how to prepare your irrigation system for winter.
Hands-on irrigation workshops for commercial tree fruit growers in Hart and Sparta

Published on October 30, 2025
After such a dry growing season, irrigation was critical for many commercial tree fruit orchards. Join MSU Extension for a hands-on, outdoor workshop to discuss challenges this year and learn how to evaluate your irrigation system.
Apply now for SARE Partnership Grants and SARE Professional Development grants

Published on October 23, 2025
Two grant programs support farm educators and agriculture professionals to address sustainable agriculture issues through collaboration with farmers or train-the-trainer projects.
Session de Revisión, en inglés y español, para Aplicadores de Pesticidas y Examen de MDARD en La GLEXPO 2025 –– 11 de diciembre, 2026

Published on October 20, 2025
Al final de la sesión, tome el examen de MDARD para obtener la licencia o si ya la tiene obtenga los créditos RUP para renovarla.
West central Michigan apple maturity report – October 15, 2025

Published on October 15, 2025
Harvest of late-season apple varieties is beginning at some locations this week. Apple harvest is wrapping up for some commercial growers across the region.
Grand Rapids area apple maturity report – October 15, 2025

Published on October 15, 2025
Harvest of late-season apple varieties is beginning at some locations this week. Apple harvest is wrapping up for some commercial growers across the region.
Michigan statewide apple maturity report – October 15, 2025

Published on October 15, 2025
Final apple maturity report for 2025. Keep abreast of the latest apple maturity testing done in different cultivars around the state to optimize harvest times for storage and fresh picking.
Best practices for buying farm inputs

Published on October 14, 2025
Lower your risk while maximizing your cash.