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Three Worker Protection Standards and Respirator Fit-Testing meetings in January 2018
Published on December 15, 2017
Register and attend one of three Worker Protection Standards (WPS) and Respirator Fit-Testing meetings in January 2018 throughout Michigan. -
Join us for the 2017 Thumb Ag Day on Dec. 13
Published on December 8, 2017
Make plans to attend this premier agricultural education and trade show in Michigan’s Thumb. -
Millennials in agriculture – Part 2
Published on November 22, 2017
Millennials tend to be discerning consumers willing to purchase food brands and products that embody their preferences for authenticity, transparency and responsible ingredient sourcing. -
Results from 2017 growing season trials available at Thumb Ag Reviews
Published on November 22, 2017
Four locations in Michigan’s Thumb region will provide learning opportunities for farmers and agribusinesses. -
Review sessions and exams in Upper Peninsula for state certified pesticide applicators
Published on November 22, 2017
Attend a pre-exam study session this winter if seeking state pesticide applicator certification or recertification credits. -
Millennials in agriculture — Part 1
Published on November 22, 2017
Millennials are expected to make farming more efficient and profitable by relying more on technology, innovation and entrepreneurship. -
Pesticide recertification credits available through online IPM Academy
Published on November 21, 2017
As the end of the year approaches, growers can take advantage of the new online Integrated Pest Management Academy and earn six credits towards their Michigan Pesticide Applicators License. -
Pesticide manual review and exam in Eaton County set for March 13
Published on November 16, 2017
This is a helpful training for people taking the MDARD certification exam to become licensed applicators. To those already licensed, this review session will offer four recertification credits. -
Environmental certification progressing on Upper Peninsula farms
Published on November 8, 2017
Several farms in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula have gained MAEAP certification recently, demonstrating commitment to farming in an environmentally sound manner. -
Upper Peninsula farmers encouraged to share experiences with cover crops
Published on November 8, 2017
A survey, administered by Michigan State University Extension staff in the Upper Peninsula seeks to understand current cover crop usage throughout the region, and barriers to increased adoption.