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Registration is open for the 2026 Market Garden & Small Vegetable Farm Day

Published on February 25, 2026
Participants will learn about topics for market garden and small vegetable farm production from MSU Extension specialists and educators.
2026 MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series to begin on March 26

Published on February 25, 2026
The 2026 MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast series will kick off the growing season series on March 26. The series runs every Thursday from 7–8 a.m. through September 17.
Living mulch between rows: A smart strategy for home gardens

Published on February 20, 2026
Living mulch is a type of ground cover planted between rows of vegetables to suppress weeds, conserve moisture and improve soil health.
MSU AgBioResearch launches Growing Healthy Together Initiative

Published on February 17, 2026
The Growing Healthy Together Initiative is a new grants program that will fund up to three projects, each for two years, in 2026.
The Great Lakes Forage and Grazing Conference returns for 2026

Published on February 16, 2026
Designed for farmers, students and agribusiness leaders, this year’s conference delivers hands-on knowledge, Michigan-based expertise and practical tools to strengthen forage operations.
MSU Extension offers PFAS in Agriculture Webinar Series during MSU’s PFAS Awareness Week

Published on February 12, 2026
A series of four webinars on PFAS in agriculture will be offered at no cost in March 2026.
Michigan Rep. Julie Brixie touts MSU research as essential to maintaining state’s agricultural diversity, identity

Published on February 12, 2026
Michigan Rep. Julie Brixie, 73rd District, advocates for MSU research, outreach to boost Michigan agriculture economy.
Testing for contaminants in soil, water and plants

Published on February 10, 2026
Sometimes, what you don’t know can hurt you.
MSU research bolsters Michigan blueberry industry

Published on February 10, 2026
Michigan State University and the Michigan blueberry industry partner to advance one of the nation's leading blueberry growing states.
Michiana Irrigated Corn and Soybean Conference changes name

Published on February 9, 2026
Now called the Great Lakes Field Crops Irrigation Meeting, this year’s event will be February 25, 2026, and will offer Michigan RUP, CCA and Indiana PARP/CCH credits.