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Earn RUP and CCA credits through 2026-2027 MSU Pesticide Safety Webinar Series: The RUP/CCA Credit Clinic

Published on October 5, 2026
The series includes 10 webinars covering pesticide safety and application topics. Pesticide and education credits are available for participants in Michigan and participating New England states. Registration is now open.
Planning for drought stressed corn silage

Published on September 29, 2026
Hot, dry weather conditions can damage corn and potentially cause toxic nitrate levels in corn silage.
Quick response critical to reducing impacts of manure spills

Published on September 22, 2026
Manure spills can happen despite the best prevention efforts. Understanding response procedures and reporting requirements can help safeguard water quality and reduce liability.
Building Michigan’s Resilience, One Trained Responder at a Time

Published on September 18, 2026
MSU Extension’s ERAIL program prepares first responders to safely manage livestock during storms, power outages and other high-impact events, not just accidents on the road.
Building safety into the everyday rhythm of agricultural work

Published on September 16, 2026
Farm safety resources to help farm owners, workers and families turn tragedy into practical steps for preventing serious injuries and deaths.
When a cover crop becomes a cash crop: Lessons from a cereal rye seed production field

Published on September 15, 2026
A West Michigan grain farmer’s goal of growing cereal rye for grain seed leads to some important lessons on cover crop usage in Michigan.
New to Agriculture? We’ve got a guide for you!

Published on September 10, 2026
The Beginning Farmer Resource and Decision-Making Guide is now available from Michigan State University Extension and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Michigan State University Extension to offer two Emergency Response to Accidents Involving Livestock (ERAIL) related trainings

Published on September 9, 2026
Equipment needed to safely extricate livestock from trailers, move and contain animals following a transportation accident will be displayed and described in this section of the ERAIL course offered in person by MSU Extension.
Mark your calendars for the 2027 Breakfast on the Farm event

Published on September 2, 2026
MSU Extension's Breakfast on the Farm event returns on July 10, 2027, in Clayton, Michigan.
USDA releases farmland cash rental values for Michigan counties

Published on August 27, 2026
Michigan State University Extension updates their annual report with the latest data.