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MDARD Invites Public Input on Two Michigan Agriculture Environmental Assurance Program Assessments

Published on November 13, 2026
Comments must be submitted to MDARD by 5 p.m. December 1, 2026
Pre-register for the 2027 Northwest Michigan Orchard and Vineyard Show

Published on November 9, 2026
Growers are encouraged to attend this two-day, premier educational program on Jan. 12-13 to discuss important issues for the Michigan fruit industry.
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.
Grape crop insurance options expand in Michigan

Published on October 29, 2026
Coverage is available for Vinifera, Native and Hybrid varieties in nine counties, while Cass and Kalamazoo have Native and Hybrid coverage only.
Bulletins Live! Two Tracker Report available now

Published on October 23, 2026
To raise awareness of pesticides currently impacted by the new EPA Bulletins Live! Two pesticide label directive, Michigan State University Extension will be generating a Bulletins Live! Two Tracker Report twice a month.
Exercise matters, even when you work hard

Published on October 21, 2026
Does farm work count as exercise?
EPA launches email newsletter to track changes to Bulletins Live! Two

Published on October 7, 2026
Pesticide users are encouraged to sign up for this service to help track any changes to federal regulations that may impact pesticide use.
Earn RUP and CCA credits through 2026-2027 MSU Pesticide Safety Webinar Series: The RUP/CCA Credit Clinic

Published on October 5, 2026
The series includes 10 webinars covering pesticide safety and application topics. Pesticide and education credits are available for participants in Michigan and participating New England states. Registration is now open.