Events

  • Oct 28

    Selling to Local Food Markets: Food Hubs

    October 28, 2026 12:00PM – 1:30PM

    Join Michigan's Emerging Farmers for an interactive session with guest speakers as we explore practical strategies for growers interested in selling to food hubs.

  • Nov 4

    November Office Hours for Farm Financial Recordkeeping Software

    November 4, 2026 10:00AM – 11:00AM Virtual - Zoom

    In these free online sessions, we will discuss factors to consider when evaluating accounting software and compare options that can help your farm.

  • Nov 4

    Acre by Acre: Michigan Farmland Rental Markets

    November 4, 2026 7:00PM – 8:00PM

    What's an acre worth? The answer can change from acre to acre. Learn more about how to value Michigan farmland at this webinar program.

  • Nov 5

    2026 Farm Bill Commodity Program Decisions: What Fits Your Farm?

    November 5, 2026 1:00PM – 2:00PM Webinar

    MSU Extension hosts webinar to help you choose which Farm Bill commodity program best fits your farm.

  • Nov 6

    2026 Rooted & Resilient Homesteading Conference

    November 6, 2026 – November 7, 2026

    Purdue University Extension and Michigan State University Extension host the 3rd annual Rooted & Resilient Homesteading Conference, a two-day event dedicated to empowering homesteaders with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive.

  • Nov 12

    Pesticide Applicator Core SPANISH Review – 11-12-2026 West Olive

    November 12, 2026 12:00PM – 5:00PM Check-in for the program is 11:30 a.m. MSU Extension Ottawa County Fillmore Complex - 12220 Fillmore St, West Olive, MI 49460

    Part 1 of Spanish language review of the Pesticide Core Manual to prepare for the MDARD Pesticide Applicators Certification Exam. Part 2 of review and MDARD exam is Nov. 19, 2026. ATTENDANCE AT BOTH REVIEW SESSIONS IS REQUIRED TO TAKE MDARD EXAM.

  • Nov 17

    Pesticide Applicator Core Review and MDARD Core Testing – 11-17-2026 MSUFCU

    November 17, 2026 8:00AM – 5:00PM Check-in for the program is 8 to 8:30 a.m. MSUFCU Headquarters community room - 3899 Coolidge Rd., East Lansing, MI 48823

    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 19

    Pesticide Applicator Core Review and MDARD Core Testing – 11-19-2026 West Olive

    November 19, 2026 8:00AM – 5:00PM Check-in for the program is 8 to 8:30 a.m. MSU Extension Ottawa County Fillmore Complex - 12220 Fillmore St, West Olive, MI 49460

    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 19

    Pesticide Applicator Core SPANISH Review – 11-19-2026 West Olive

    November 19, 2026 8:00AM – 5:00PM Check-in for the program is 11:30 a.m. MSU Extension Ottawa County Fillmore Complex - 12220 Fillmore St, West Olive, MI 49460

    Part 1 of Spanish language review of the Pesticide Core Manual to prepare for the MDARD Pesticide Applicators Certification Exam. Part 2 of review and MDARD exam is Nov. 19, 2026. ATTENDANCE AT BOTH REVIEW SESSIONS IS REQUIRED TO TAKE MDARD EXAM.

  • Dec 2

    December Office Hours for Farm Financial Recordkeeping

    December 2, 2026 10:00AM – 11:00AM Virtual - Zoom

    In these free online sessions, we will discuss factors to consider when evaluating accounting software and compare options that can help your farm.