Events

  • Feb 21

    Kalamazoo Bee School

    February 21, 2026 8:00AM – 5:00PM Kalamazoo Valley Community College, 6767 West O Ave., Kalamazoo MI

    Whether you're interested in learning how to keep honey bees or a seasoned beekeeper, the Kalamazoo Bee School offers opportunities to learn!

  • 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

  • Feb 23

    Michigan Cottage Food Law - Feb. 23rd, 2 p.m

    February 23, 2026 2:00PM – 4:00PM Zoom Webinar

    The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.

  • Mar 4

    Michigan Cottage Food Law - March 4th , 6 p.m

    March 4, 2026 6:00PM – 8:00PM Zoom Webinar

    The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.

  • Mar 10

    Moving Beyond Cottage Food - March 10. 2026

    March 10, 2026 2:00PM – 3:30PM Zoom Webinar

    Entrepreneurs and cottage food operators can learn basic knowledge to guide them in the right direction for becoming a licensed food operator and Moving Beyond Cottage Foods.

  • Mar 16

    2026 AgrAbility National Training Workshop

    March 16, 2026 – March 19, 2026 Park Place Hotel, 300 East State Street, Traverse City MI 49684

    The AgrAbility National Training Workshop is the premier training event addressing issues of disability in agriculture. Professionals and consumers from all over the country participate in sessions, breakouts, tours, networking, and special events.

  • Mar 23

    Michigan Cottage Food Law - March 23rd, 2 p.m.

    March 23, 2026 2:00PM – 4:00PM Zoom Webinar

    The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.

  • Mar 28

    2026 Smart Gardening Conference

    March 28, 2026 9:00AM – 4:00PM WCCCD Ted Scott Campus 9555 Haggerty Rd, Belleville, MI. 48111

    Join fellow gardeners for a day of expert-led learning on climate-adapted plants, butterfly habitat gardening, invasive species awareness, native bee ecology, and native-plant design. Grow your confidence and make sustainable choices in your landscape.

  • Apr 2

    Michigan Cottage Food Law - April 2nd, 10 a.m.

    April 2, 2026 10:00AM – 12:00PM Zoom Webinar

    The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.

  • Apr 2

    Presentation on Basic Honey Bee Biology at Mid-Michigan Beekeepers Club meeting

    April 2, 2026 Church of God, 4855 Barnes Road, Millington, Michigan 48746

    Learn about basic honey bee biology at the Mid-Michigan Beekeepers Club meeting

  • Apr 17

    Macomb County 2026 Pruning workshop

    April 17, 2026 3:00PM – 5:00PM Ford House, 1100 Lake Shore Rd, Grosse Pointe Shores, MI 48236

    Learn best practices for pruning small trees and shrubs. Classroom instruction followed by live demonstrations outdoors

  • Apr 27

    Michigan Cottage Food Law - April 27th, 6 p.m.

    April 27, 2026 6:00PM – 8:00PM Zoom Webinar

    The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.

  • May 4

    Moving Beyond Cottage Food - May 4, 2026

    May 4, 2026 6:00PM – 7:30PM Zoom Webinar

    Entrepreneurs and cottage food operators can learn basic knowledge to guide them in the right direction for becoming a licensed food operator and Moving Beyond Cottage Foods.

  • May 18

    Michigan Cottage Food Law - May 18th, 2 p.m.

    May 18, 2026 2:00PM – 4:00PM Zoom Webinar

    The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.

  • Jun 18

    Healthy Habitats and Productive Pollinators

    June 18, 2026 9:00AM – 4:00PM Crossroads Village, 6140 N Bray Rd, Flint, MI 48505

    Learn about area efforts to protect pollinators and create habitat for the wild bees that pollinate our vegetables, fruits, and wildflowers. Lectures, breakouts, and lunch.

  • Jun 18

    Michigan Cottage Food Law - June 18th, 10 a.m.

    June 18, 2026 10:00AM – 12:00PM Zoom Webinar

    The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.

  • Jul 16

    MSU Tollgate Garden Open House

    July 16, 2026 6:00PM – 8:00PM 28115 Meadowbrook Road, Novi, MI 48377

    Tollgate Farm's Garden Open House offers visitors the chance to view over 20 beautiful gardens on a 160-acre property