News
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Testing for contaminants in soil, water and plants
Published on February 10, 2026
Sometimes, what you don’t know can hurt you. -
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. -
Virtual opportunities to learn about beekeeping in spring 2026
Published on February 5, 2026
Michigan State University Extension and other organizations offer several webinars and online opportunities to learn about beekeeping. -
Registration is open for the Pest and Crop Management Update on February 27 in Frankenmuth
Published on February 5, 2026
Field crop producers will hear 2026 updates and integrated pest management pesticide recommendations for the Saginaw Valley and Thumb of Michigan. -
MDARD requests comments on weevil control of spotted knapweed (star thistle)
Published on February 5, 2026
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) requests comments from beekeepers and other stakeholders by March 6 for input on potential use of insects for control of spotted knapweed (also known as star thistle) in Michigan.