Events

  • Feb 5

    Pesticide Applicator Core Review and MDARD Core Testing – Feb 5 2026 Adrian

    February 5, 2026 8:00AM – 5:00PM Check-in for the program is 8 to 8:30 a.m. MSU Extension Lenawee County, 1040 S. Winter St., Adrian, MI

    A review of the Pesticide Applicators Core Manual to prepare for the MDARD Pesticide Applicators Certification Exam in the afternoon. THE CORE REVIEW IS MANDATORY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE IN-PERSON TESTING. Refreshments and light lunch will be served.

  • Feb 16

    Pesticide Applicator Core Review and MDARD Core Testing – Feb 16 2026 Coldwater

    February 16, 2026 8:00AM – 5:00PM Check-in for the program is 8 to 8:30 a.m. Branch Area Career Center, 366 Morse St., Coldwater, MI

    A review of the Pesticide Applicators Core Manual to prepare for the MDARD Pesticide Applicators Certification Exam in the afternoon. THE CORE REVIEW IS MANDATORY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE IN-PERSON TESTING. Refreshments and light lunch will be served.

  • Feb 17

    MSU Extension Winter Cow-Calf Meeting

    February 17, 2026 6:00PM – 8:00PM Clare-Gladwin Regional Education Service District

    Event topics will include the beef market outlook, protecting cattle prices with the Livestock Risk Protection program, the Effects of Maternal Bovine Appeasing Substance, and genetic selection for carcass characteristics.

  • Feb 19

    Pesticide Applicator Core Review and MDARD Core Testing –Feb 19 2026 Scottville

    February 19, 2026 8:00AM – 5:00PM Check-in for the program is 8 to 8:30 a.m. West Shore Community College, 3000 N. Stiles Rd., Scottville, MI

    A review of the Pesticide Applicators Core Manual to prepare for the MDARD Pesticide Applicators Certification Exam in the afternoon. THE CORE REVIEW IS MANDATORY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE IN-PERSON TESTING. Refreshments and light lunch will be served.

  • Feb 19

    Farm Policy and Risk Management Series-Cabbage Cost of Production Study Review

    February 19, 2026 12:00PM – 1:00PM Zoom

    Farm Policy and Risk Management Series will be hosting a FREE series of educational webinars online on USDA insurance programs.

  • Feb 23

    MI Ag Ideas to Grow With

    February 23, 2026 – March 5, 2026 Zoom

    Unique virtual experience encompassing many aspects of the agricultural industry

  • Feb 23

    Innovative Agronomy Tools

    February 23, 2026 8:00AM – 9:00AM Zoom

    Learn about innovative tools and resources for agronomic decisions, especially pest management, and how to use them to improve decision-making.

  • Feb 23

    Starting a Food Business - MSU Product Center New Client Intro Seminar

    February 23, 2026 9:00AM – 10:30AM Zoom

    The MSU Product Center helps food, beverage, and farm businesses explore value-added products. Join our free virtual seminar to see if we’re the right fit for your business needs.

  • 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

  • Feb 23

    Financial Tools for Drought-Stressed Livestock Operations

    February 23, 2026 11:30AM – 12:30PM Zoom

    Learn practical guidance on navigating financial tools available during drought, including the Livestock Forage Disaster Program (LFP) and Pasture, Rangeland, and Forage (PRF) insurance.