Events

  • Jan 20

    Pesticide Applicator Core Review and MDARD Core Testing –Jan 20 2026 West Olive

    January 20, 2026 8:00AM – 5:00PM Check-in for the program is 8 to 8:30 a.m. MSU Extension Ottawa County, Fillmore Complex, 12220 Fillmore St, West Olive, 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.

  • Jan 22

    FREE Organic Inspector Training

    January 22, 2026 – March 19, 2026

    Apply now for Michigan’s Organic Inspector Training! This 8-week online course includes two mock audits and mentorship. Great for farmers, recent grads, or retirees who can travel.

  • Jan 27

    Pesticide Applicator Core Review and MDARD Core Testing – Jan 27 2026 Benton Harbor

    January 27, 2026 8:00AM – 5:00PM Check-in for the program is 8 to 8:30 a.m. MSU Extension Berrien County, 1737 Hillandale Rd., Benton Harbor, 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 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 11

    Monthly Drop-in Organic Farming Q & A - February 2026

    February 11, 2026 12:00PM – 1:00PM Noon to 1pm ET https://msu.zoom.us/j/94407160761 Passcode: TOPP

    Join Michigan's TOPP Technicians Alex, Kim and Sam for monthly drop-in office hours to chat all things organic farming.

  • Feb 12

    SARE Youth Educator Grant deadline

    February 12, 2026

    SARE Youth Educator Grants fund up to $6,000 for “educators to develop and implement innovative programming on sustainable agriculture for youth”. Apply by February 12, 2026.

  • 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 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 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

    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