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Pesticide applicator review, certification testing and recertification credits offered in West Olive
Published on November 2, 2026
Michigan State University Extension and MDARD will host a restricted use pesticide review and testing on November 19 in Ottawa County. -
Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core Review Sessions, RUP credits and MDARD testing for winter 2026 through spring 2027
Published on October 30, 2026
Learn essential information and frequently asked questions regarding the certification process, recertification options and the upcoming Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core review sessions with MDARD testing. -
Navigating pesticide certification and recertification in Michigan
Published on October 30, 2026
Everything applicators need to know about exams, credentials, training resources and continuing education requirements. -
Sugarbeet root aphids plentiful in Michigan fields
Published on October 5, 2026
Sugarbeet root aphid populations are increasing across Michigan. Industry and producers are asking why and what should we do? -
Precision agriculture: Collecting and cataloging yield data
Published on September 3, 2026
Harvest season is quickly approaching for row crops like corn, soybean, sugarbeets and dry beans. The MSU Extension Virtual Breakfast on September 10 will discuss precision agriculture and collecting accurate yield data. -
Shining a light on solar, data centers and land values in Michigan at MSU Extension's Virtual Breakfast
Published on August 28, 2026
The 2026 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues September 3 with Tor Tolhurst discussing how data centers and solar projects are connected to farmland values. -
Exploring irrigation investments: Feasibility and economics with MSU Extension's Virtual Breakfast
Published on August 21, 2026
The 2026 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues August 27 with Lyndon Kelley discussing the economics of irrigation investments and key considerations for producers evaluating irrigation expansion. -
Soil Health Advancement for Agricultural Resilience Enhancement (SHARE) project aims to assess resilience of Michigan’s regenerative agriculture
Published on August 20, 2026
Learn more about regenerative agriculture and the ways it has emerged as a key solution to navigating climatic extremes. -
The Midwest Mechanical Weed Control Field Day returns to Michigan
Published on August 18, 2026
A full day tradeshow, weeding tool discussions and in-field demonstrations for managing weeds in row crops, vegetables and tree fruit with steep registration discounts for organic and organic-curious growers from Michigan, Illinois and Indiana. -
MSU Extension Virtual Breakfast series continues August 13 with field crop nematode management strategies
Published on August 5, 2026
The 2026 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series continues with MSU Extension field crop nematologist Marisol Quintanilla discussing management strategies for nematode species problematic in Michigan row crops.