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Building safety into the everyday rhythm of agricultural work
Published on September 16, 2026
Farm safety resources to help farm owners, workers and families turn tragedy into practical steps for preventing serious injuries and deaths. -
Registration is open for the ‘Dirty Work Field Day’ on Managing Invasives and Solving Site Challenges
Published on September 15, 2026
Geared toward professional landscapers and nursery operators, this hands-on field day will prepare you for what’s to come with new invasive species and regulations. Plus, you can earn pesticide applicator credits at the same time. -
New to Agriculture? We’ve got a guide for you!
Published on September 10, 2026
The Beginning Farmer Resource and Decision-Making Guide is now available from Michigan State University Extension and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. -
Spotted lanternfly is spreading in Michigan, and MSU Extension is helping Michiganders prepare
Published on September 10, 2026
From homemade traps and community workshops to preparing growers, MSU Extension is helping Michiganders respond to spotted lanternfly and slow its spread. -
Dig in! MSU Organic Farmer Training expands to Flint in 2027
Published on September 9, 2026
Aspiring farmers can apply now to gain hands-on experience, visit more than 20 farms and build a farm plan through learning sites in Flint, Detroit, East Lansing and Grand Rapids. -
Watering smarter: Join MSU Extension for a hands-on nursery irrigation field day
Published on August 28, 2026
Gain insights into creating more uniform, efficient, and environmentally responsible irrigation systems. -
Propagate, scout, protect! Join MSU Extension for Improving Nursery Production Webinar Series this September
Published on August 28, 2026
This three-part nursery webinar series will cover improving propagation and insect and disease management in nurseries. -
Alternatives to newly restricted invasive plant species
Published on August 26, 2026
Michigan added six species to its invasive species list and MDARD has developed an alternative species list. -
Navigating temperature and timing challenges in garden mum production
Published on August 26, 2026
From premature budding to delayed flowering, find out how temperature extremes can impact fall garden chrysanthemum production and what growers can do to produce high-quality crops on schedule. -
‘I Have No Fogging Clue!’ Registration is open for MSU Extension’s workshop on using ULV applications and biorationals in the greenhouse
Published on August 24, 2026
Discover practical strategies for using foggers, ultra-low volume equipment and biorational products more effectively in commercial greenhouse production.