Events

  • Aug 24

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

    August 24, 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

  • Sep 4

    Monthly Drop-in Organic Farming Q & A - September 2025

    September 4, 2025 12:00PM – 1:00PM Noon to 1pm ET https://msu.zoom.us/j/94407160761 Passcode: TOPP

    Join Michigan's TOPP Technicians Alex, Kim and Sam for monthly drop-in office hours to chat all things organic farming.

  • Oct 2

    Monthly Drop-in Organic Farming Q & A - October 2025

    October 2, 2025 12:00PM – 1:00PM https://msu.zoom.us/j/94407160761 Passcode: TOPP

    Join Michigan's TOPP Technicians Alex, Kim and Sam for monthly drop-in office hours to chat all things organic farming.

  • 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 11

    Farm Field Day with Fisheye Farm - TOPP Partner Event

    October 11, 2025 1:00PM – 3:00PM Fisheye Farms, 2334 Buchanan St, Detroit, MI 48208

    Join us for a tour of Fisheye Farm hosted by Keep Growing Detroit and the Transition to Organic Partnership Program. You’ll see the infrastructure, tools and techniques Fisheye uses to be a successful market garden selling wholesale and retail in Detroit.

  • Oct 21

    Webinar: What are Your Farm Certification Goals?

    October 21, 2025 12:00PM – 1:00PM Zoom Webinar

    Learn about different farm certification options available to highlight your farm's values and practices to customers.

  • Oct 23

    Nutrient Management for Organic Farms Webinar - Part 1

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

    Join us for a two-part webinar series discussing nutrient risk management for organic farms.

  • 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.

  • Oct 30

    Nutrient Management for Organic Farms Webinar - Part 2

    October 30, 2025 12:00PM – 1:00PM Zoom Webinar

    Join us for a two-part webinar series discussing nutrient risk management for organic farms.

  • Nov 4

    Webinar: How to Make Money in Organic Farming

    November 4, 2025 12:00PM – 1:00PM Zoom Webinar

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

  • Nov 6

    Organic Pesticide Management Webinar

    November 6, 2025 12:00PM – 1:00PM Zoom Webinar

    Join us for a webinar discussing organic pesticide management.

  • Nov 13

    Monthly Drop-in Organic Farming Q & A - November 2025

    November 13, 2025 12:00PM – 1:00PM Noon to 1pm ET https://msu.zoom.us/j/94407160761 Passcode: TOPP

    Join Michigan's TOPP Technicians Alex, Kim and Sam for monthly drop-in office hours to chat all things organic farming.

  • Dec 4

    Monthly Drop-in Organic Farming Q & A - December 2025

    December 4, 2025 Noon to 1pm ET https://msu.zoom.us/j/94407160761 Passcode: TOPP

    Join Michigan's TOPP Technicians Alex, Kim and Sam for monthly drop-in office hours to chat all things organic farming.

  • Dec 5

    TOPP Farmer & Community Input Session

    December 5, 2025 12:00PM – 1:30PM Noon to 1:30pm ET Online

    YOU can share your insights and ideas for 2026 workshops, field days & webinars for farmers transitioning to organic. Join this interactive webinar to let your voice be heard!

  • Jan 10

    MOFFA Organic Intensives 2026 - TOPP Parter Event

    January 10, 2026 9:00AM – 5:00PM 9am to 5pm ET MSU Plant and Soil Sciences Building, 1066 Bogue St, East Lansing, MI 48823

    The MOFFA Organic Intensives will bring three full-day conference workshops to East Lansing on Saturday January 10, 2026.

  • Feb 23

    2026 MSU Organic Farmer Training Program Begins!

    February 23, 2026 9:30AM – 3:30PM Thr program runs from Feb. 23 to November 9.

    The MSU Organic Farmer Training Program offers 33 classes on Mondays from Feb. 23 to November 9, 2026. See the full schedule at https://www.canr.msu.edu/organic_farmer_training_program/about/oftp-schedule