Events

  • Aug 5

    Roots, Flowers, and Fresh Ideas: a Michigan Small Farm Tour Series

    August 5, 2026 – September 10, 2026 Multiple

    Some of the best lessons in agriculture are learned on the farm. This summer, MSU Extension invites you to visit six unique Michigan farms through a series of on-farm learning experiences

  • Aug 15

    Soil Savvy: Building Better Gardens from the Ground Up

    August 15, 2026 10:00AM – 1:00PM Fenner Nature Center, 2020 E Mt Hope Ave, Lansing, MI 48910, USA

    Healthy soil is the foundation of any successful garden. This hands-on workshop is designed to give practical, science-based insights into improving soil structure, boosting fertility, and sustaining vibrant plant life.

  • Aug 18

    Northwest Michigan TOPP Field Day: Farming for People, Purpose, and Profit

    August 18, 2026 8:30AM – 3:30PM Bear Creek Organic Farm, 4012 Atkins Rd, Petoskey, MI 49770 (1st site of the day)

    Join Michigan TOPP for farm tours at Bear Creek Organic Farm and Lakeside Farm. Learn how each farm started, built community-centered business models, and compare organic and regenerative practices.

  • Aug 18

    Twig End Farm - Tour a flower farm in Flint!

    August 18, 2026 11:00AM – 1:30PM Flint

    Some of the best lessons in agriculture are learned on the farm. This summer, MSU Extension invites you to visit six unique Michigan farms through a series of on-farm learning experiences, including this tour of Twig End Farm in Flint.

  • Aug 19

    Cut Flowers for Market and Personal Use at Keep Growing Detroit - TOPP Partner Event

    August 19, 2026 6:00PM – 8:00PM KGD Farm, 3100 Orleans, Detroit MI, 48207

    Interested in growing beautiful, abundant flowers you can enjoy at home and sell at market? This class will cover the essentials of cultivating cut flowers, from choosing productive varieties to planting, harvesting, and post-harvest care.

  • 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 25

    Washtenaw TOPP Farm Tours: Explore 3 farms growing seeds, flowers, and more!

    August 25, 2026 9:00AM – 5:00PM Washtenaw County

    Explore three sustainable and organic farms in Washtenaw County. This is a great opportunity for farmers to learn from farmers at Raindance Farm, Nature & Nurture Seeds and Pott Farms. We'll see cut flowers, seed production and more!

  • Aug 27

    Heartwood Forest Farm Tour

    August 27, 2026 11:00AM – 1:00PM 1805 E Kasson Rd, Cedar, MI 49621

    Visit Heartwood Forest Farm in Cedar, Michigan, a thriving farm business centered around culinary and medicinal herbs to gain insight into the opportunities and challenges of building a farm around a distinctive niche.

  • 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.

  • Aug 27

    Leelanau Specialty Cut Flowers Tour

    August 27, 2026 1:30PM – 3:30PM 13435 S Cedar Rd, Cedar, MI 49621

    Growing on just over ¾ acre of land nestled among the region's rolling hills, Leelanau Specialty Cut Flowers produces hundreds of flower varieties while serving customers through a diverse mix of retail, wholesale, wedding, and special event markets.