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García Polanco receives 2026 CANR Culture, Access and Belonging Award

Published on February 2, 2026
Vanessa García Polanco will receive the 2026 CANR Culture, Access and Belonging Award during the ANR Awards on Friday, February 27.
Vegetable ‘Ag Ideas’ will focus on pillars of production for 2026

Published on January 27, 2026
Join the MSU Extension vegetable team on a webinar series dedicated to key production factors affecting vegetables.
Virtual MI Ag Ideas to Grow With conference returns for sixth year with focus on food and livestock production

Published on January 27, 2026
A virtual experience offering nearly 35 educational sessions with knowledge and resources for farmers, landowners and those interested in food and agricultural production.
Boost your farm or food business: Online grant writing course now available

Published on January 26, 2026
This free course is self-paced and available online to provide food and farm business owners with a better understanding of the grant writing process.
Beginning farmers have plenty to gain from MI Ag Ideas to Grow With

Published on January 21, 2026
Join hundreds of fellow farmers February 23 through March 5 during MI Ag Ideas to Growth With virtual conference.
SARE supports sustainable agriculture learning opportunities for Tribal communities

Published on December 23, 2025
Two programs are available through Tribal SARE. The $5,000 mini grant supports workshops, conferences and demonstration projects on Indigenous food sovereignty, and travel funds provide $500 for Tribal educators to attend sustainable agriculture events.
Powering the Blue Economy: How aquaculture can strengthen Michigan communities and economies

Published on December 10, 2025
Growth in Michigan aquaculture could offer increased local food security, job opportunities, and more.
Indigenous farms and soil health testing

Published on December 8, 2025
Michigan State University Extension is working to collaborate with Indigenous farms on quantifying what is living below ground.
Protecting animal health by strengthening farm biosecurity

Published on November 24, 2025
Healthy farms mean healthy communities. MSU Extension’s new resources and training make it easier for you to take simple steps that protect animals and keep Michigan agriculture strong.
Getting started with farm business planning

Published on November 21, 2025
Get your farm business plan going with SMART Goals, SWOT analysis, and Mission/Vision/Core Values.