Events

  • Oct 1

    Applications for the 2026 Organic Farmer Training Program are now open!

    October 1, 2025 – February 22, 2026 Scholarship application deadline is November 15. Applications for Detroit encouraged by November 15. Applications accepted until the cohort is full.

    New farmers in can now apply for the 2026 MSU Organic Farmer Training Program in Detroit, East Lansing and our new site in Grand Rapids. More info at https://www.canr.msu.edu/organic_farmer_training_program/about/apply-now

  • Oct 4

    Michigan Beekeepers Association Fall Conference

    October 4, 2025 8:00AM – 5:00PM Washtenaw Community College, Morris Lawrence Building, 4800 E Huron River Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48105

    The Michigan Beekeepers Association Fall Conference is a great place to learn about beekeeping and honey bee health!

  • Oct 9

    Organic Apple Orchard Tour at Third Leaf Farms - TOPP Partner event

    October 9, 2025 4:00PM – 6:00PM 4 to 6pm ET Third Leaf Farm, 13993 10 Mile Rd NE, Greenville, MI 48838

    Managing organic apples is complex! See this example from a 3rd generation orchard that has transitioned to organic over the last decade. Farmer Kyle Rasch will share insights on soil health, organic approaches to pest and disease management and more!

  • Oct 21

    APWA Pesticide Core Applicator Review and Exam

    October 21, 2025 7:00AM – 3:00PM 7:00 a.m. check in Comfort Inn & Suites and Conference Center 2424 S Mission St. Mt Pleasant, MI 48858

    MSU Extension and MSU Pesticide and Safety Education Program are offering a Core Manual review class and RUP testing at the American Public Works Association Conference. Fumigation and Aerial Standard tests will also be available.

  • Oct 21

    2025 Michigan Agricultural Credit Conference

    October 21, 2025 8:00AM – 4:00PM Molecular Plant Sciences Building, MSU Campus, 1066 Bogue St., East Lansing, MI 48824

    The conference provides agricultural lenders, agribusinesses, policymakers, and other interested parties with updates on the economy and agricultural industries in Michigan. Hear from experts about agricultural policy, commodity outlooks, and much more. 

  • Oct 23

    Farm Policy and Risk Management Series-Blueberries Cost of Production Study Review

    October 23, 2025 12:00PM – 1:00PM Zoom

    Farm Policy and Risk Management Series will be hosting a FREE series of educational webinars online on USDA insurance programs.

  • Oct 26

    Preserving Apples in Ionia

    October 26, 2025 3:00PM – 5:30PM 50 E. Sprague Road

    Join us for a fun day of learning to preserve apples in various ways, from canning to freezing. All participants will get a bag of apples to take home so you can practice what you learned!

  • Oct 28

    Webinar: Organic Market Premium - How Much Can I Expect to Get for My Products?

    October 28, 2025 12:00PM – 1:00PM Zoom Webinar

    Curious about making money in organic farming? Join us for this webinar.

  • Nov 5

    Farm Labor and Michigan Agriculture Conference

    November 5, 2025 9:00AM – 5:00PM MSU University Club (Heritage Room) 3435 Forest Rd. Lansing, MI 48910

    While there is no charge for attending, pre-registration is required.

  • Nov 13

    Pesticide Applicator Core Review and MDARD Core Testing – 11-13-2025 MSUFCU

    November 13, 2025 8:00AM – 5:00PM Check-in for the program is 8 to 8:30 a.m. MSUFCU Headquarters, 3899 Coolidge Rd., East Lansing, 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.