Events
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Nov 6
Farm Labor and Michigan Agriculture
November 6, 2024 8:00AM – 5:00PM MSU University Club, 3435 Forest Road, Lansing, MI 48910 (Heritage Room)
Agricultural workers are critical to the US economy to maintain a stable source of domestically-produced food. This one-day conference will feature an open discussion about these challenges and potential solutions to face them head-on.
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Nov 12
Beef and Swine Livestock Insurance - Farm Policy and Risk Management Series
November 12, 2024 6:30PM – 8:00PM Online via Zoom
This session will cover how insurance programs for beef and swine function and how to work with an insurance agent. The session will also review how to develop protection strategies and calculate program costs and indemnity payments.
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Dec 5
Michigan's new earned sick time act: What farmers need to know
December 5, 2024 10:00AM – 11:00AM Online webinar
The Earned Sick Leave Act will become law in Michigan on February 21, 2025 and will affect businesses with over 10 employees.
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Dec 11
Thumb Ag Day 2024
December 11, 2024 9:00AM – 3:00PM 2409 E Atwater Rd., Ubly, MI 48475
Join agricultural vendors and attend educational sessions. RUP/CCA credits pending. Free for participants to attend. Lunch tickets will be available for purchase. If you are interested in being a vendor, there is a small fee, and registration required.
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Jan 7
Beginner Grazing School
January 7, 2025 7:00PM – 8:30PM
Are you interested in learning about grazing techniques and basic livestock nutrition? Check out these virtual sessions!