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  New version of Airblast 101 sprayer handbook now available

  Published on January 12, 2021
  This new version adds more content for many air-assist sprayer types. It’s bigger, better and the electronic version is now free.

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  New MDARD emergency order extends restricted use pesticide certifications until June 30, 2021

  Published on January 7, 2021
  MDARD extends RUP certification credentials for applicators expiring in 2019 and 2020, extends opportunity to recertify by credits for additional six months.

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  Michigan Food and Farming Systems to host virtual SARE farmer forum

  Published on January 6, 2021
  Learn about research and education projects farmers have implemented using SARE grants during a virtual farmer form on Jan. 13, 2021.

• MI Ag Ideas to Grow With Virtual Conference Will Share Vital Agricultural Information with Farmers and Homeowners

  Published on January 6, 2021
  Unique virtual experience combining Ag Action Day, Branch County Farmers Day and Southwest Michigan Horticulture Days.

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  Increasing the abundance of samurai wasp for biological control of brown marmorated stink bug

  Published on December 17, 2020
  Redistribution efforts of an important natural enemy of brown marmorated stink bugs show early signs of success.

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  In-person, on-farm learning for beginning farmers amidst the COVID-19 pandemic

  Published on December 14, 2020
  The MSU Student Organic Farm is offering a COVID-19 pandemic adapted Organic Farmer Training Program in 2021.

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  Biological control of invasive swallow-wort vines in Michigan

  Published on December 10, 2020
  A defoliating moth from eastern Europe may be the solution for long-term control of invasive vines that disrupt native plant and animal communities, including monarch butterflies.

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  Largest agriculture training program for military service members in U.S. continues expansion

  Published on November 30, 2020
  Heroes to Hives announces state partnerships to bring beekeeping education to more veterans.

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  Spotlight on specialty cut flower sessions at 2020 Great Lakes Expo

  Published on November 24, 2020
  Cut flower program features pro tips, sage advice and insight from the academy.

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  Farm Business Incubator — growing farmers in the central Upper Peninsula

  Published on November 20, 2020
  Michigan State University Upper Peninsula Research and Extension Center is now accepting applications for its Farm Business Incubator program.