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Honey production guide for Michigan beekeepers

Published on March 17, 2023
A guide from MSU Extension and the Center for Regional Food Systems outlines best practices for processing and selling liquid honey for beekeepers who make $15,000 or less in annual honey sales.
Prairie strips: A case study on improving farming yields and pollinator habitat by transforming unprofitable farmland into prairie

Published on March 2, 2023
Creating an agroecosystem to benefit wildlife, research, and the future of farming.
Blueberry-focused pollination workshop takes place February 22

Published on February 8, 2023
Find out what the buzz is all about. Join MSU experts to learn more about pollination at our blueberry-focused hands-on workshop.
Michigan State University Extension co-hosts the Michigan Beekeepers Association Spring Conference

Published on February 2, 2023
Virtual and in-person conference sessions will provide education to new and seasoned beekeepers.
Online course on pollinator protection for land managers is now available

Published on January 30, 2023
People who work in landscaping and land management in Michigan can earn one restricted use pesticide (RUP) credit in this free, self-paced, online course.
Get started with beekeeping at MI Ag Ideas to Grow With virtual conference

Published on January 20, 2023
The MI Ag Ideas to Grow With virtual conference includes a session for anyone considering beekeeping.
Third annual MI Ag Ideas to Grow With virtual conference focuses on food and animal production

Published on January 19, 2023
The MI Ag Ideas to Grow With virtual conference offers an array of free educational sessions on food and animal production from February 27 through March 10.
Needs assessment of Michigan small-scale beekeepers

Published on December 8, 2022
Results from a 2021 survey that Michigan State University Extension administered to beekeepers and people interested in keeping honey bees.
The Micro Farm Program: A USDA crop insurance program that can benefit beekeepers

Published on December 1, 2022
This crop insurance program can help small-scale producers like beekeepers manage financial risk.
Managed Pollinator Protection Plan update from Michigan State University Extension

Published on November 29, 2022
Education and outreach in Michigan to support pollinator health in Michigan through education and outreach for judicious use of pesticides and increasing pollinator habitat.