Events

  • Feb 23

    2026 MSU Organic Farmer Training Program Begins!

    February 23, 2026 9:30AM – 3:30PM Thr program runs from Feb. 23 to November 9.

    The MSU Organic Farmer Training Program offers 33 classes on Mondays from Feb. 23 to November 9, 2026. See the full schedule at https://www.canr.msu.edu/organic_farmer_training_program/about/oftp-schedule

  • Feb 23

    Selling MI Honey and Maple Syrup - Safely!

    February 23, 2026 1:00PM – 2:00PM Zoom

    Learn how to safely handle, package and store honey and maple syrup, and understand the MDARD exemption guidelines for selling these products in Michigan.

  • Feb 23

    Preserving MI Harvest - Canning 101

    February 23, 2026 1:00PM – 2:00PM Zoom

    Whether a beginner to home canning or looking for a refresher on best practices, this class is for you. Join us to learn how to safely use your water bath and pressure canner to preserve food at home.

  • Feb 23

    Getting started with Beekeeping in Michigan

    February 23, 2026 6:00PM – 7:00PM Zoom

    Is beekeeping right for you? Want to produce your own, local honey? Honey bees are awe-inspiring, but keeping them healthy takes a lot of learning and hard work.

  • Feb 24

    Pesticide Applicator Core Review and MDARD Core Testing –Feb 24 2026 Flint

    February 24, 2026 8:00AM – 5:00PM Check-in for the program is 8 to 8:30 a.m. Food Bank of Eastern Michigan, 1939 Howard Ave., Flint, MI

    A review of the Pesticide Applicators Core 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.

  • Feb 24

    PEARS Deeper Dive - Pulling Reports - February

    February 24, 2026 2:00PM – 4:00PM Zoom

    During this deeper dive you will learn how to view reports in PEARS and pull exports to create your own reports.

  • Feb 24

    How Much Home Can You Afford? - February 24, 2026

    February 24, 2026 3:00PM – 4:00PM Zoom

    Online class will teach you to calculate how much home you can afford to purchase and maintain based on your current income.

  • Feb 24

    Poultry Hobbyist: Essential Production Practices for Beginners

    February 24, 2026 6:00PM – 7:00PM Zoom

    New poultry hobbyists can build confidence and competence in raising their birds with basic but essential practices like proper care and understanding the animal's needs.

  • Feb 25

    Great Lakes Field Crops Irrigation Meeting 2026

    February 25, 2026 9:00AM – 4:00PM Blue Gate Theatre, 195 N. Van Buren St., Shipshewana, IN 46565

    Michigan State University Extension and Purdue Extension invite agricultural producers from Indiana and Michigan to attend an educational program that addresses issues related to producing corn and soybeans under irrigation.

  • Feb 25

    RELAX: Alternatives to Anger2.25

    February 25, 2026 11:00AM – 12:00PM Zoom Webinar

    This four part class series is designed to help participants understand and manage anger and develop effective communication and problem solving skills.