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Get ready for the Michigan Pruning School by Simonit & Sirch coming March 2026

Published on January 7, 2026
The Michigan Pruning School is a multi-year collaboration to advance sustainable pruning practices in Michigan vineyards.
VINES of change: 25 years of Michigan wine grape evolution

Published on January 6, 2026
From experimentation to precision, how Michigan’s wine industry matured through varietal focus, science-driven viticulture and collaborative strategy.
Bulletins Live! Two Tracker Report available now

Published on January 5, 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.
Registration now open: 2026 Northwest Michigan Orchard and Vineyard Show

Published on December 19, 2025
Uniting vineyard, winery and tasting room professionals for two days of practical education and industry connection.
What the vine told us: Post-Great Lakes Expo reflections on smarter viticulture in Michigan

Published on December 15, 2025
Rethinking cold-climate vineyard management through grower-driven innovation.
Explaining the new H-2A Wage Rule for Michigan growers

Published on December 12, 2025
The H-2A program provides a legal pathway for U.S. agricultural employers to hire seasonal foreign workers when domestic labor is not available.
2026 Bulletins Live! Two hands-on training and open houses

Published on December 10, 2025
Catch up on new compliance requirements for pesticide applicators by attending a training or open house in February and March.
Integrated pest management resources at Michigan State University Extension

Published on December 8, 2025
Explore MSU Extension resources and tools to help you make pest management decisions.
Pre-register for the 2026 Northwest Michigan Orchard and Vineyard Show

Published on December 4, 2025
Growers are encouraged to attend this two-day, premier educational program on Jan. 13-14 to discuss important issues for the Michigan fruit industry.
MSU PSEP launches Pesticide Safety Webinar Series: The RUP/CCA CEU Credit Clinic to support Michigan applicators and certified crop advisers recertification

Published on November 21, 2025
The MSU Pesticide Safety Education Program (PSEP) introduces a new webinar series offering Michigan pesticide applicators RUP credits and up-to-date training on safety and regulations, with CEU opportunities available for certified crop advisers.