News

Extreme cold event advisory: Field observations and bud hardiness status in northwest Michigan vineyards

Published on January 26, 2026
A midwinter update on bud cold hardiness, freeze injury risk by variety, and emerging prediction tools for northwest Michigan vineyards.
Unravel regenerative principles in this upcoming webinar series

Published on January 26, 2026
This webinar series offers practical insights and science-based strategies to navigate different aspects of regenerative principles.
Cold weather is coming, but is it too cold for fruit? Likely not.

Published on January 21, 2026
Cold temperatures are forecast late this week, but should not damage fruit buds for the majority of Michigan.
Beginning farmers have plenty to gain from MI Ag Ideas to Grow With

Published on January 21, 2026
Join hundreds of fellow farmers February 23 through March 5 during MI Ag Ideas to Growth With virtual conference.
Michigan to host national conference on disability in agriculture

Published on January 15, 2026
The AgrAbility project’s annual National Training Workshop is coming to Traverse City, Michigan, March 16-19, 2026.
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.
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.