• Aug 2

    Organic Inspection Field Day at The North Farm

    August 2, 2024 10:00AM – 2:00PM The North Farm N5431 Rock River Road Chatham, MI 49816

    Learn about organic inspection on a certified organic farm at MSU's Upper Peninsula Research and Extension Center.

  • Aug 12

    Northern Michigan Small Farm Conference

    August 12, 2024 11:50AM – 12:00AM Grow Benzie, 5885 Frankfort Hwy, Benzonia, Michigan 49616

    Join a TOPP roundtable at Michigan's conference for small farms

  • Aug 13

    Women in Ag Summer Series: Farm Safety

    August 13, 2024 6:00PM – 7:30PM Free pizza will be served at 6, programming starts at 6:30 Bieth Memorial Park, Caro MI

    Farm Safety is something we may not think about all the time, but it is very important. We will discuss basic farm safety including visibility and PTO safety.

  • Aug 18

    Bee Palooza

    August 18, 2024 1:00PM – 4:00PM MSU Horticulture Gardens, 1066 Bogue St, East Lansing, MI 48824

    Michigan State University is hosting a Bee Palooza event on campus for everyone who is interested in bees to attend!

  • Aug 20

    Veggie Vibes at SWMREC

    August 20, 2024 6:00PM – 8:00PM 1791 Hillandale Rd, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 at the second building on the right, with the picnic tables and two large garage doors.

    Join us at the Southwest Michigan Research and Extension Center (SWMREC) for an evening walk to learn what's happening in the MSU vegetable programs here, seek advice, kick equipment, grab a bite to eat and enjoy a summer evening on the farm.​

  • Sep 7

    Almar Orchards and Cidery MOFFA Farm Tour

    September 7, 2024 2:00PM – 5:00PM Almar Orchards & Cidery, 1431 Duffield Rd, Flushing, MI 48433

    Free tour of Almar Orchards & Cidery, a large scale organic apple orchard in mid-Michigan

  • Sep 13

    The What, Why and How of Organic Webinar Series

    September 13, 2024 12:00PM – 1:00PM Each webinar will be held from noon - 1pm Zoom webinar information will be provided after registration.

    Do you work with farmers? Learn the ins and outs of organic to prepare you for answering questions and providing resources.

  • Sep 17

    Veggie Vibes at SWMREC

    September 17, 2024 6:00PM – 8:00PM 1791 Hillandale Rd, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 at the second building on the right, with the picnic tables and two large garage doors.

    Join us at the Southwest Michigan Research and Extension Center (SWMREC) for an evening walk to learn what's happening in the MSU vegetable programs here, seek advice, kick equipment, grab a bite to eat and enjoy a summer evening on the farm.​

  • Oct 19

    Michigan Beekeepers Association Fall Conference

    October 19, 2024 9:00AM – 5:00PM Benzie Central High School, 9222 Homestead Rd, Benzonia, MI 49616

    The Michigan Beekeepers Association Fall Conference is a great place to learn about beekeeping and honey bee health!

  • Dec 6

    Farmer and Community Input Session for the Transition to Organic Partnership Program

    December 6, 2024 12:00PM – 1:00PM

    Help plan TOPP events for 2025