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Register now for online biological control for greenhouse growers course

Published on November 4, 2024
Students will learn fundamental concepts and research-based information in this three-month, self-paced online course. Registration closes Jan. 1, 2025.
Sign up today for four greenhouse online courses

Published on November 4, 2024
Now through Jan. 1, 2025, you can sign up for four greenhouse production online courses: Abiotic Disorders of Greenhouse Crops, Greenhouse and Horticultural Lighting, Biological Control for Greenhouse Growers, and Floriculture Root Zone Management.
Enroll in courses for plant health professional certificate program

Published on November 4, 2024
Growers can earn a plant health professional certificate by taking greenhouse online courses administered through Michigan State University Extension and University of Florida.
Why we keep farming when the going gets tough

Published on November 4, 2024
Despite the challenges and stress that come with farming, there are meaningful rewards, personal fulfillment and sense of purpose that keep farmers going.
Registration for online root zone management course now open

Published on November 4, 2024
Participants will learn about water quality, plant nutrition and irrigation management in this three-month, self-paced online course. Registration closes Jan. 1, 2025.
Register for the online Abiotic Disorders of Greenhouse Crops Course

Published on November 4, 2024
The course will guide you through the diagnostic process to learn what cultural, environmental, or nutritional factors can cause plant symptoms in greenhouse crops.
Registration for online greenhouse and horticultural lighting course now open

Published on November 4, 2024
Participants will learn about photoperiodic versus photosynthetic lighting in this three-month, self-paced online course about greenhouse and horticultural lighting. Registration closes Jan. 1, 2025.
Beef nutrition for beginning farmers

Published on November 1, 2024
Beef cattle can maintain body weight by digesting fibrous feeds and grow rapidly on high grain rations. Due to this versatility, beef cattle are fed a broad variety of rations to match animal performance goals with feed resources.
Cultivating Success: Building Your Farm's Future with MSU Extension

Published on November 1, 2024
Succession planning for a family farm requires time, patience and the right advisors to guide each person throughout the transition plan. Join MSU Extension educators for a four-part series covering major topics for a positive farm transition.
Michigan’s Earned Sick Time Act will affect all farm businesses with employees

Published on November 1, 2024
Michigan’s new sick leave law provisions apply to all employers, regardless of industry or number of employees.