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Join us for the second annual Food-Grade Grains Field Day

Published on May 6, 2025
This free event, co-hosted by MSU Extension and Michigan Agriculture Advancement, will include presentations from experts throughout the supply chain and a chance to view a variety of grain crops cultivated at KBS.
MDARD in-person core review and testing offered in Oakland County on May 28

Published on May 1, 2025
Participants will review the core manual and take the pesticide applicator test. Private and commercial core, fumigation and aerial standard tests will be available. Participants can receive four core RUP credits.
Guidelines to assist growers with the H-2A program and immigration preparedness on the farm: Part 2

Published on April 18, 2025
Information to help community members and growers understand the H-2A Temporary Agricultural Workers program and steps for worker safety.
2025 Field Crops IPM course updated and available for growers

Published on April 4, 2025
Get an update on insect, disease, nematode and weed management with RUP credits included.
Early season weed control discussion at MSU Extension Virtual Breakfast

Published on March 21, 2025
The 2025 Virtual Breakfast Series kicks off the series on March 27 with a discussion on early season weed control with MSU professor and specialist Christy Sprague.
Reminder to sign up for Bulletins Live! Two

Published on February 28, 2025
Participants will receive an educational presentation followed by hands-on training demonstrating how to use Bulletins Live! Two on the U.S. EPA website. Six locations are offering this training with limited availability.
MSU Extension Field Crops Scouting School returns for second year

Published on February 7, 2025
This scouting school is designed for interns or entry-level scouts to teach the basics of identification, walking patterns, scouting tools, etc.
Fifth annual MI Ag Ideas to Grow With virtual conference focuses on food and animal production

Published on January 27, 2025
A virtual experience offering 40 educational sessions with knowledge and resources for farmers, landowners and those interested in food and agricultural production.
Entrenamiento sobre la Seguridad del Manejo de los Pesticidas y la Protección del Trabajador ofrecido en inglés y en español 12 de diciembre en Great Lakes Expo 2024

Published on November 14, 2024
Por la tarde, los participantes podrán tomar el examen RUP de certificación para la aplicación de Pesticidas de Uso Restringido de MDARD y también podrán recibir la capacitación sobre el Estándar de Protección al Trabajador requerida por la EPA WPS.
EPA’s Vulnerable Species Action Plan may impact pesticide applicators in Michigan

Published on November 11, 2024
Pesticide applicators may experience label changes aimed at protecting particularly vulnerable endangered species.