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Apiculture programs and resources from Michigan State University Extension

Published on February 21, 2025
Education and outreach in Michigan to support beekeepers and honey bees.
Pollinator protection programs and resources from Michigan State University Extension

Published on February 21, 2025
Supporting pollinator health in Michigan through education and outreach.
Netting in high-density sweet cherries reduces bird damage and spotted wing drosophila

Published on February 20, 2025
Over a two-year study, bird damage and SWD were reduced under nets. Netting may serve as an effective way to protect crops and reduce reliance on pesticides.
Southeast Michigan Spring Fruit Meeting to be held on March 13, 2025

Published on February 19, 2025
In-person meeting to be held at the MSU Extension Tollgate Farm with a virtual option. Three MDARD RUP credits and four CCA CEU credits are available.
Guidelines to assist growers with immigration preparedness on the farm: Part 1

Published on February 13, 2025
Introductory information to help growers and farm workers take initial steps for potential immigration actions.
Beginning farmers have plenty to glean from MI Ag Ideas to Grow With

Published on February 10, 2025
Join hundreds of fellow farmers February 24 through March 7 during the MI Ag Ideas to Growth With virtual conference.
Annual chestnut growers meeting open to the public

Published on February 10, 2025
The Midwest Chestnut Producers Council annual educational and business meeting will take place Saturday, March 8, 2025.
How do I know if a pesticide is safe for bees? Five steps to protect bees from pesticides

Published on February 7, 2025
How to protect bees while managing pests.
¿Cómo puedo saber si un pesticida es seguro para las abejas? Cinco pasos para proteger a las abejas de los pesticidas

Published on February 7, 2025
Cómo proteger a las abejas mientras se controlan las plagas.
AgrAbility mechanized rolling kneeler cart helps small farms tend low crops

Published on January 29, 2025
Michigan AgrAbility’s Fall 2024 Mechanical Engineering capstone project earned the Edison Award for Best Capstone Design Project.