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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.
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.
The 2027 Southeast Michigan Vegetable and Field Crop Grower Winter Meeting is set for February 18

Published on October 28, 2026
This event will once again feature a general session in the morning and breakout vegetable and field crop sessions in the afternoon.
Why understanding how insect pests get to your field matters for scouting

Published on October 27, 2026
Understanding how insect pests colonize crop fields provides a practical framework for improving scouting, detecting insect infestations earlier, and making more informed pest management decisions.
New self-paced ornamental plant pest management course offers Category 3B exam preparation and 8 RUP recertification credits

Published on October 26, 2026
The MSU Pesticide Safety Education Program offers a self-paced online course to help pesticide applicators prepare for the Category 3B certification exam or earn eight restricted-use pesticide recertification credits in Category 3B or Private Core.
Bulletins Live! Two Tracker Report available now

Published on October 23, 2026
To raise awareness of pesticides currently impacted by the new EPA Bulletins Live! Two pesticide label directive, Michigan State University Extension will be generating a Bulletins Live! Two Tracker Report twice a month.
Exercise matters, even when you work hard

Published on October 21, 2026
Does farm work count as exercise?
2026 Farm Bill Commodity Program Decisions: What Fits Your Farm?

Published on October 19, 2026
MSU Extension hosts a webinar to help you choose which Farm Bill commodity program best fits your farm.
USDA awards more than $16.2M for MSU greenhouse renovations

Published on October 8, 2026
The upgrade efforts, which will help researchers advance solutions to some of agriculture's toughest challenges, will also receive matching funds from MSU that create $32.5M in new support.
EPA launches email newsletter to track changes to Bulletins Live! Two

Published on October 7, 2026
Pesticide users are encouraged to sign up for this service to help track any changes to federal regulations that may impact pesticide use.