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  • Fruit & Nuts

    MSU Extension provides educational programs and publications based on applied research for Michigan fruit crops including apples, pears, blueberries, chestnuts, brambles, plums, cherries, grapes, peaches and strawberries.

  • Dec 9

    Organic Transition session at GLEXPO

    December 9, 2025 8:30AM – 9:30AM 303 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

    Hear directly from farmers who have transitioned to organic, including  growers who are new to organic certification and their mentors with years of experience as organic farmers.

  • Dec 19

    MSU Extension to host restricted use pesticide review and testing on MSU campus

    December 19, 2024 8:00AM – 5:00PM

    MSU Extension, in partnership with MSU Pesticide Safety Education Program and Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, will host a restricted use pesticide (RUP) review and exam session at the MSU Pavilion on Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024.

  • Jan 23

    Pesticide Applicator Core Review and MDARD Core Testing – 1-23-25 Lenawee

    January 23, 2025 8:00AM – 5:00PM Check-in for the program is 8 to 8:30 a.m. MSU Extension Lenawee County - 1040 S. Winter St. Ste. 2020, Adrian, MI 49221

    A review of the Core Pesticide Applicators Manual to prepare for the MDARD Pesticide Applicators Certification Exam in the afternoon. THE CORE REVIEW IS MANDATORY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE IN-PERSON TESTING. Refreshments and light lunch will be served.

  • Nov 13

    Farm Policy and Risk Management Series-Apples Cost of Production Study Review

    November 13, 2025 12:00PM – 1:00PM Zoom

    Farm Policy and Risk Management Series will be hosting a FREE series of educational webinars online on USDA insurance programs.

  • Jan 14

    2025 Northwest Michigan Orchard and Vineyard Show

    January 14, 2025 – January 15, 2025 Grand Traverse Resort and Spa, 100 Grand Traverse Village Blvd, Acme, MI 49610

    Growers are encouraged to attend this two-day, premier educational program to discuss important issues for the Michigan fruit industry.

  • May 23

    MSU Chestnut Chat 2024 Summer Series - May 23

    May 23, 2024 1:30PM – 2:30PM

    You're invited to join the Michigan chestnut community for in-season discussions about chestnut production.

  • Jul 30

    Michigan Viticulture Field Day and Michigan Enology Experience

    July 30, 2025 – July 31, 2025 Day 1: Southwest Michigan Research and Extension Center, 1791 Hillandale Rd Benton Harbor, MI 49022. Day 2: Lake Michigan College Welch Center for Wine and Viticulture, 2774 E Empire Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022

    Two days of education about the latest technology, strategies and techniques in viticulture and winemaking.

  • Mar 28

    Pesticide Applicator Core Review and MDARD Core Testing – 3-28-25 Owosso

    March 28, 2025 8:00AM – 5:00PM Check-in for the program is 8 to 8:30 a.m. Caledonia Township Hall, 135 N. State Rd., Owosso, MI 48867

    A review of the Core Pesticide Applicators Manual to prepare for the MDARD Pesticide Applicators Certification Exam in the afternoon. THE CORE REVIEW IS MANDATORY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE IN-PERSON TESTING. Refreshments and light lunch will be served.

  • Nov 1

    Applications for the 2026 Organic Farmer Training Program are now open!

    November 1, 2025 – February 22, 2026 Scholarship application deadline is November 15. Applications for Detroit encouraged by November 15. Applications accepted until the cohort is full.

    New farmers in can now apply for the 2026 MSU Organic Farmer Training Program in Detroit, East Lansing and our new site in Grand Rapids. More info at https://www.canr.msu.edu/organic_farmer_training_program/about/apply-now

  • Aug 22

    2024 Dirt to Glass: Elevating Michigan Wine from the Ground Up

    August 22, 2024 – August 23, 2024 The Cathedral Barn at Historic Barns Park, 1500 Red Drive, Traverse City MI 49684

    Dirt to Glass™ is an annual conference that shares the latest research and information aimed at elevating Michigan's grape and wine industry

  • Jan 7

    Pesticide Safety Webinar Series: The RUP/CCA CEU Credit Clinic

    January 7, 2026 10:00AM – 2:00PM Online

    MSU’s Pesticide Safety Education Program offers virtual training series for applicators and ag professionals, covering pesticide safety, Endangered Species Act compliance, environmental protection and best practices in application and equipment use.

  • Feb 2

    Pesticide Safety Webinar Series: The RUP/CCA CEU Credit Clinic

    February 2, 2026 10:00AM – 2:00PM Online

    MSU’s Pesticide Safety Education Program offers virtual training series for applicators and ag professionals, covering pesticide safety, Endangered Species Act compliance, environmental protection and best practices in application and equipment use.

  • Feb 4

    Pesticide Safety Webinar Series: The RUP/CCA CEU Credit Clinic

    February 4, 2026 10:00AM – 2:00PM Online

    MSU’s Pesticide Safety Education Program offers virtual training series for applicators and ag professionals, covering pesticide safety, Endangered Species Act compliance, environmental protection and best practices in application and equipment use.

  • Mar 2

    Pesticide Safety Webinar Series: The RUP/CCA CEU Credit Clinic

    March 2, 2026 10:00AM – 2:00PM Online

    MSU’s Pesticide Safety Education Program offers virtual training series for applicators and ag professionals, covering pesticide safety, Endangered Species Act compliance, environmental protection and best practices in application and equipment use.

  • Mar 4

    Pesticide Safety Webinar Series: The RUP/CCA CEU Credit Clinic

    March 4, 2026 10:00AM – 2:00PM Online

    MSU’s Pesticide Safety Education Program offers virtual training series for applicators and ag professionals, covering pesticide safety, Endangered Species Act compliance, environmental protection and best practices in application and equipment use.

  • Jan 5

    Pesticide Safety Webinar Series: The RUP/CCA CEU Credit Clinic

    January 5, 2026 10:00AM – 2:00PM Online

    MSU’s Pesticide Safety Education Program offers virtual training series for applicators and ag professionals, covering pesticide safety, Endangered Species Act compliance, environmental protection and best practices in application and equipment use.

  • Dec 1

    Pesticide Safety Webinar Series: The RUP/CCA CEU Credit Clinic

    December 1, 2025 10:00AM – 2:00PM Online

    MSU’s Pesticide Safety Education Program offers virtual training series for applicators and ag professionals, covering pesticide safety, Endangered Species Act compliance, environmental protection and best practices in application and equipment use.

  • Dec 3

    Pesticide Safety Webinar Series: The RUP/CCA CEU Credit Clinic

    December 3, 2025 10:00AM – 2:00PM Online

    MSU’s Pesticide Safety Education Program offers virtual training series for applicators and ag professionals, covering pesticide safety, Endangered Species Act compliance, environmental protection and best practices in application and equipment use.

  • Oct 21

    2025 Michigan Agricultural Credit Conference

    October 21, 2025 8:00AM – 4:00PM Molecular Plant Sciences Building, MSU Campus, 1066 Bogue St., East Lansing, MI 48824

    The conference provides agricultural lenders, agribusinesses, policymakers, and other interested parties with updates on the economy and agricultural industries in Michigan. Hear from experts about agricultural policy, commodity outlooks, and much more. 

  • Oct 21

    APWA Pesticide Core Applicator Review and Exam

    October 21, 2025 7:00AM – 3:00PM 7:00 a.m. check in Comfort Inn & Suites and Conference Center 2424 S Mission St. Mt Pleasant, MI 48858

    MSU Extension and MSU Pesticide and Safety Education Program are offering a Core Manual review class and RUP testing at the American Public Works Association Conference. Fumigation and Aerial Standard tests will also be available.