Events

  • Jul 29

    Michigan Viticulture Field Day and Michigan Enology Experience

    July 29, 2026 – July 30, 2026 Check-in begins at 8:00 a.m. Southwest Michigan Research and Extension Center, 1791 Hillandale Road, Benton Harbor, MI 49022

    Grape growers will gather to share experiences, see the latest technology, and glimpse into the cutting-edge scientific research supporting the grape industry at the longest-standing educational grape- and wine-focused event in the Great Lakes region.

  • Aug 11

    Michigan Agricultural Irrigation Water Use Efficiency Program

    August 11, 2026 10:00AM – 1:00PM MSU South Campus and MSU Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center

    Join the Michigan Agricultural Irrigation Water Use Efficiency Program for an in-field demonstration on August 11, 2026.

  • Aug 13

    Farming For the Future Field Day

    August 13, 2026 9:00AM – 3:00PM West Central Michigan Research & Extension Center, 5185 N Oceana Dr Hart, MI 49420

    Designed for fruit and vegetable growers, landowners, and agricultural professionals, this event will focus on practical strategies to improve soil health, increase farm profitability, and enhance long-term sustainability.

  • Aug 22

    Perennial Farm Ecosystem Conference

    August 22, 2026 8:30AM – 5:00PM MSU Northwest Michigan Horticultural Research Station 6686 S Center Hwy, Traverse City, MI 49684

    The Perennial Farm Ecosystem Conference is a free, full-day learning event focused on regenerative agriculture strategies for orchard and vineyard systems.

  • Aug 27

    Field Day at the MSU Northwest Michigan Horticulture Research Center

    August 27, 2026 9:00AM – 12:00AM

    Learn more about the MSU Northwest Michigan Horticulture Research Center.

  • Aug 27

    SARE Farm Educator Lunch & Learn webinars: Generational Transition with Corey Clark

    August 27, 2026 12:05PM – 12:50PM Online

    Join the SARE Farm Educator Lunch & Learn webinars to learn more about sustainable agriculture. This month Corey Clark will share insights on Generational Transition.

  • Sep 10

    Great Lakes Tek Flex

    September 10, 2026 – September 11, 2026 MSU Southwest Michigan Research and Extension Center, 1791 Hillandale Road, Benton Harbor, MI 49022

    Vegetable growers, vineyards, nursery and orchard growers throughout the Great Lakes region are invited to learn the latest in weed mitigation and crop management solutions using robotics, drones and precision agriculture technology.

  • Sep 16

    Midwest Mechanical Weed Control Field Day

    September 16, 2026 8:00AM – 4:00PM MSU Southwest Michigan Research and Extension Center, 1791 Hillandale Road, Benton Harbor, MI 49022

    This event is perfect for farmers and ag advisors who want to see a particular weeding tool before buying it, learn how to adjust cultivators, see what is new in cultivation, and learn from other farmers.

  • Sep 16

    SARE Farm Educator Tour 2026: Thumbs-up for Sustainability: farmers leading sustainable solutions

    September 16, 2026 – September 17, 2026 MSU Saginaw Valley Extension and Research Center, 3775 S Reese Rd, Frankenmuth, M! 48743

    Visit 4 sustainable farms in the Michigan's Thumb region alongside other farm educators from the Michigan SARE team, MSU Extension, Conservation Districts, MDARD, Tribal governments and agriculture non-profits.

  • Sep 24

    SARE Farm Educator Lunch & Learn webinars: Farm Values with Christine Charles

    September 24, 2026 12:05PM – 12:50PM Online

    Join the SARE Farm Educator Lunch & Learn webinars to learn more about sustainable agriculture. This month we'll learn about centering farm values with Christine Charles.