Agriculture

Upcoming Events:

Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series – Irrigation Management Considerations
July 9, 2026 7:00AM – 8:00AM Online
The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series is a weekly webinar for farmers, agribusiness professionals and anyone interested in agriculture to prepare for potential issues and navigate any concerns during the growing season.

Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series – Insect Management
July 16, 2026 7:00AM – 8:00AM Online
The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series is a weekly webinar for farmers, agribusiness professionals and anyone interested in agriculture to prepare for potential issues and navigate any concerns during the growing season.

TOPP Educator Webinars: Organic Certification for Urban Farms
July 16, 2026 12:00PM – 1:00PM Online
Farm educators and ag professionals are welcome to join the 1st of 3 FREE webinars: 1.Organic Certification for Urban Farms; 2. Research & Education that Centers Farmer Knowledge; 3. How Producers Weigh the Cost–Benefit of Organic Certification

Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series – Field Drainage and Water Management
July 23, 2026 7:00AM – 8:00AM Online
The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series is a weekly webinar for farmers, agribusiness professionals and anyone interested in agriculture to prepare for potential issues and navigate any concerns during the growing season.

Research & Education that Centers Farmer Knowledge - TOPP Educator webinar + SARE Educator Lunch & Learn webinar
July 23, 2026 12:00PM – 1:00PM Online
Farm educators and ag professionals are welcome to join the 2nd of 3 FREE webinars: 1.Organic Certification for Urban Farms; 2. Research & Education that Centers Farmer Knowledge; 3. How Producers Weigh the Cost–Benefit of Organic Certification

Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series – Late Summer and Fall Cover Crops
July 30, 2026 7:00AM – 8:00AM Online
The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series is a weekly webinar for farmers, agribusiness professionals and anyone interested in agriculture to prepare for potential issues and navigate any concerns during the growing season.

2026 Summer Irrigation Workshop
July 30, 2026 9:00AM – 2:30PM Kellogg Biological Station (10461 N 40th St, Hickory Corners, MI 49060)
This irrigation-focused workshop is designed to bring producers, stakeholders, industry professionals, and researchers together for a day of hands-on learning and collaboration.

TOPP Educator Webinars: How Producers Weigh the Cost–Benefit of Organic Certification
July 30, 2026 12:00PM – 1:00PM EST Online
Farm educators and ag professionals are welcome to join the 3rd of 3 FREE webinars: 1.Organic Certification for Urban Farms; 2. Research & Education that Centers Farmer Knowledge; 3. How Producers Weigh the Cost–Benefit of Organic Certification

Berrien County Organic Agriculture: Tour 3 Value-Added and Agritourism Farms
July 31, 2026 10:00AM – 3:30PM Tower Hill Farm 4448 Naomi Rd, Sodus, MI 49126 Sodus, MI; addresses of other 2 farms will be sent with registration.
Explore three outstanding, organic farms in Berrien County that offer agritourism and value-added products. This is a great opportunity for farmers to learn from SW Michigan farmers at Tower Hill Farm, Flatwater Farms and Granor Farm.

Keep Growing Detroit Annual Farm & Garden Tour - TOPP Partner Event
August 5, 2026 – August 19, 2026 KGD Farm, 3100 Orleans, Detroit MI, 48207
This is your chance to see the farms and gardens in Detroit, a national leader in urban agriculture. You can choose to tour by bus, bike or walking tours.

Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series – Hot Topics!
August 6, 2026 7:00AM – 8:00AM Online
The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series is a weekly webinar for farmers, agribusiness professionals and anyone interested in agriculture to prepare for potential issues and navigate any concerns during the growing season.

West Michigan TOPP Farm Tour: Explore Farm to Institution Markets from schools to hospitals
August 11, 2026 10:30AM – 4:15PM McLaughlin Grows Urban Farm at Trinity Health Muskegon, 175 E Larch Ave, Muskegon, MI 49442 (first tour of the day)
Join Michigan TOPP for a West Michigan learning day on Farm to Institution markets. Tour farms including a hospital farm and food hub while learning how organic and transitioning farmers can access new markets.

Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series – Nematode Management
August 13, 2026 7:00AM – 8:00AM Online
The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series is a weekly webinar for farmers, agribusiness professionals and anyone interested in agriculture to prepare for potential issues and navigate any concerns during the growing season.

Finding Common Ground: Building Trust with Urban Farmers Workshop for Service Providers - Sunlight Gardens, Battle Creek
August 13, 2026 10:00AM – 2:00PM Sunlight Gardens 245 N Kendall Battle Creek, MI
Join us at Sunlight Gardens in Battle Creek for an interactive, hands-on workshop for ag service providers featuring Common Ground, a cooperative game about building trust and coordination in farm systems under pressure.

Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series – Best Management Practices for Establishing New Hayfields
August 20, 2026 7:00AM – 8:00AM Online
The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series is a weekly webinar for farmers, agribusiness professionals and anyone interested in agriculture to prepare for potential issues and navigate any concerns during the growing season.

Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series – Irrigation Investment Economics
August 27, 2026 7:00AM – 8:00AM Online
The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series is a weekly webinar for farmers, agribusiness professionals and anyone interested in agriculture to prepare for potential issues and navigate any concerns during the growing season.

SARE Farm Educator Lunch & Learn webinars: Generational Transition with Corey Clark
August 27, 2026 12:05PM – 12:50PM Online
Join the SARE Farm Educator Lunch & Learn webinars to learn more about sustainable agriculture. This month Corey Clark will share insights on Generational Transition.

Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series – Farmland Valuations
September 3, 2026 7:00AM – 8:00AM Online
The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series is a weekly webinar for farmers, agribusiness professionals and anyone interested in agriculture to prepare for potential issues and navigate any concerns during the growing season.

Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series – Precision Agriculture
September 10, 2026 7:00AM – 8:00AM Online
The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series is a weekly webinar for farmers, agribusiness professionals and anyone interested in agriculture to prepare for potential issues and navigate any concerns during the growing season.

Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series – Late Season Weed Control
September 17, 2026 7:00AM – 8:00AM Online
The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series is a weekly webinar for farmers, agribusiness professionals and anyone interested in agriculture to prepare for potential issues and navigate any concerns during the growing season.

SARE Farm Educator Lunch & Learn webinars: Farm Values with Christine Charles
September 24, 2026 12:05PM – 12:50PM Online
Join the SARE Farm Educator Lunch & Learn webinars to learn more about sustainable agriculture. This month we'll learn about centering farm values with Christine Charles.

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