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Chestnut growers set to gain insights on crops, pests through MSU’s Chestnut Chat Series

Michigan State University Extension is hosting its 2024 Chestnut Chat Summer Series, with the next session on Aug. 15 from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. The series offers seven interactive online meetings, f... more »

MCPC invites chestnut growers to annual Harvest Picnic

The Midwest Chestnut Producers Council (MCPC) invites members and enthusiasts to its annual Harvest Picnic on Aug. 17, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lee and Verna Peck Farm near Battle Creek. ... more »

Michigan farm market bus tour set to provide fresh insights

On Monday, Dec. 9, the 2024 Farm Market Bus Tour, a prime event for farm marketers and agritourism enthusiasts, will provide fresh insights and networking opportunities. more »

Great Southeast Pollinator Census set for Aug. 23-24

The Great Southeast Pollinator Census, a key citizen science project, is returning on Aug. 23-24. This initiative, led by the University of Georgia Cooperative Extension, invites participants from Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Florida to count pollinators and contribute crucial data for conservation efforts. more »

UCCE offers seminar, tour for fruit and nut growers

The University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) will host the August North Sac Valley "Third Thursday Things from the Field!" a fruit and nut growers seminar. This educational forum will ... more »

California DPR releases modifications to pesticide notification regulation

The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) has released modifications to its proposed pesticide application notification regulation, which is geared to support a statewide system providin... more »

UCCE Stanislaus hosts carpophilus beetle workgroup

UCCE Stanislaus County is set to host a carpophilus beetle workgroup from 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. on July 9, 2024. This California workgroup will be a virtual event on Zoom, and provides ... more »

USDA prepares for 2026 International Year of the Woman Farmer

The USDA has shared that it plans to celebrate 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer, a UN-designated initiative highlighting the vital role women play in global food production. The camp... more »

Automated farming tech showcased at VINE Connect event

The VINE, an initiative of University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources, will host the VINE Connect: 2024 Automated Technology Field Day on June 27. more »

FFA Leadership Conference reflects promising future for ag

The state FFA Leadership Conference saw a record turnout, reflecting a promising future for California agriculture. This year, 7,416 middle and high school students attended the event at the SAFE Cred... more »