Events
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Jul 22
Beginning Farmer Field Day
July 22, 2025 9:00AM – 4:00PM Registrations begins at 8:30 a.m. West Central Michigan Research and Extension Center, 5185 N. Oceana Dr, Hart, MI 49420
This event brings a jam-packed day full of information for new or beginning farmers, small farmers, homesteaders or those wanting to add new crops to their farm.
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Jul 29
Vegetables, Livestock, Markets and More! Field Day at Providence Organic Farm
July 29, 2025 9:00AM – 3:00PM Providence Organic Farm, 5691 N M 88 Central Lake, MI, US 49622
Visit a diversified farm to learn more about their production and marketing strategies
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Aug 1
Summer Irrigation Workshop
August 1, 2025 9:00AM – 2:30PM Kellogg Biological Station 10461 North 40th, Hickory Corners, MI 49060
This irrigation-focused workshop is designed to bring producers, stakeholders, industry professionals, and researchers together for a day of hands-on learning and collaboration.
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Aug 7
Organic Weed Management Field Day
August 7, 2025 10:00AM – 2:00PM Full Hollow Farm, 7944 Palmer Rd. Belding, MI 48809
Learn about organic methods to control weeds at Full Hollow Farm
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Aug 14
Monthly Drop-in Organic Farming Q & A - August 2025
August 14, 2025 12:00PM – 1:00PM Noon to 1pm https://msu.zoom.us/j/94407160761 Passcode: TOPP
Join Michigan's TOPP Technicians Alex, Kim and Sam for monthly drop-in office hours to chat all things organic farming.
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Aug 18
Michigan TOPP Network Partner Event: Northern Michigan Small Farm Conference 2025
August 18, 2025 – August 19, 2025 The Leelanau School, 1 Old Homestead Rd, Glen Arbor, MI 49636
Northern Michigan Small Farm Conference will be held in Glenn Arbor, August 18-19
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Aug 19
Farming Forward: Newaygo County Farm Field Day
August 19, 2025 8:00AM – 2:00PM Kropscott Farm and Environmental Center, 6523 West Baseline Road, Fremont, MI 49412
Learn about pest management and scouting, irrigation, grazing management, and updates on NRCS funding opportunities and programs. RUP and CCA credits are available.
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Aug 20
Organic Vegetable Pest Management Field Day
August 20, 2025 10:00AM – 2:00PM University of Michigan Campus Farm, 1800 N Dixboro Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Learn about managing vegetable pests using organic methods at the University of Michigan Campus Farm
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Sep 4
Monthly Drop-in Organic Farming Q & A - September 2025
September 4, 2025 12:00PM – 1:00PM Noon to 1pm ET https://msu.zoom.us/j/94407160761 Passcode: TOPP
Join Michigan's TOPP Technicians Alex, Kim and Sam for monthly drop-in office hours to chat all things organic farming.
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Oct 2
Monthly Drop-in Organic Farming Q & A - October 2025
October 2, 2025 12:00PM – 1:00PM https://msu.zoom.us/j/94407160761 Passcode: TOPP
Join Michigan's TOPP Technicians Alex, Kim and Sam for monthly drop-in office hours to chat all things organic farming.
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Oct 4
Michigan Beekeepers Association Fall Conference
October 4, 2025 9:00AM – 5:00PM Washtenaw Community College, Morris Lawrence Building, 4800 E Huron River Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
The Michigan Beekeepers Association Fall Conference is a great place to learn about beekeeping and honey bee health!
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Oct 9
Organic Apple Orchard Tour at Third Leaf Farms - TOPP Partner event
October 9, 2025 4:00PM – 6:00PM 4 to 6pm ET Third Leaf Farm, 13993 10 Mile Rd NE, Greenville, MI 48838
Managing organic apples is complex! See this example from a 3rd generation orchard that has transitioned to organic over the last decade. Farmer Kyle Rasch will share insights on soil health, organic approaches to pest and disease management and more!
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Oct 21
Webinar: What are Your Farm Certification Goals?
October 21, 2025 12:00PM – 1:00PM Zoom Webinar
Learn about different farm certification options available to highlight your farm's values and practices to customers.
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Oct 23
Nutrient Management for Organic Farms Webinar - Part 1
October 23, 2025 12:00PM – 1:00PM Zoom Webinar
Join us for a two-part webinar series discussing nutrient risk management for organic farms.
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Oct 28
Webinar: Organic Market Premium - How Much Can I Expect to Get for My Products?
October 28, 2025 12:00PM – 1:00PM Zoom Webinar
Curious about making money in organic farming? Join us for this webinar.
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Oct 30
Nutrient Management for Organic Farms Webinar - Part 2
October 30, 2025 12:00PM – 1:00PM Zoom Webinar
Join us for a two-part webinar series discussing nutrient risk management for organic farms.
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Nov 4
Webinar: How to Make Money in Organic Farming
November 4, 2025 12:00PM – 1:00PM Zoom Webinar
Curious about making money in organic farming? Join us for this webinar.
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Nov 6
Organic Pesticide Management Webinar
November 6, 2025 12:00PM – 1:00PM Zoom Webinar
Join us for a webinar discussing organic pesticide management.
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Nov 13
Monthly Drop-in Organic Farming Q & A - November 2025
November 13, 2025 12:00PM – 1:00PM Noon to 1pm ET https://msu.zoom.us/j/94407160761 Passcode: TOPP
Join Michigan's TOPP Technicians Alex, Kim and Sam for monthly drop-in office hours to chat all things organic farming.
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Dec 4
Monthly Drop-in Organic Farming Q & A - December 2025
December 4, 2025 Noon to 1pm ET https://msu.zoom.us/j/94407160761 Passcode: TOPP
Join Michigan's TOPP Technicians Alex, Kim and Sam for monthly drop-in office hours to chat all things organic farming.