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2026 Bulletins Live! Two hands-on training and open houses

Published on December 10, 2025
Catch up on new compliance requirements for pesticide applicators by attending a training or open house in February and March.
Powering the Blue Economy: How aquaculture can strengthen Michigan communities and economies

Published on December 10, 2025
Growth in Michigan aquaculture could offer increased local food security, job opportunities, and more.
Tropilaelaps mite information for beekeepers

Published on December 10, 2025
Resources for learning about Tropilaelaps spp., mites that can parasitize various species of honey bees, including Apis mellifera.
MSU Extension and USDA launch new beginning farmer resource

Published on December 9, 2025
The Beginning Farmer Resource and Decision-Making Guide is now available from Michigan State University Extension and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
PFAS in Michigan agriculture

Published on December 9, 2025
Recent findings have demonstrated elevated PFAS levels in agricultural soils across the world due to inadvertent introduction through land application of materials containing high levels of PFAS.
Efficacy of fungicide and miticide on liverwort control

Published on December 8, 2025
Long-term chemical control of liverwort remains elusive.
Spring 2026 Michigan beekeeping schools and conferences

Published on December 8, 2025
Michigan beekeeping associations host several opportunities to learn about beekeeping.
Every drop has a reason: How irrigation scheduling helps justify water use

Published on December 8, 2025
The Michiana Irrigation Association Winter Workshop returns December 12 in Elkhart, Indiana. Join us to explore tools and strategies to improve water use efficiency and productivity.
Integrated pest management resources at Michigan State University Extension

Published on December 8, 2025
Explore MSU Extension resources and tools to help you make pest management decisions.
Preparing goats and sheep for winter weather

Published on December 8, 2025
Most goats and sheep spend most of their time outside, but livestock that live outside may need special care when the winter weather sets in.