When the temperature drops, our educators head inside for some good old-fashioned Extension education. Winter is the perfect time for many of our clients, especially farmers, to take a step back and learn about new research and programs from MSU Extension.
I know that the Northern Michigan Small Farms Conference is coming up soon, the corn and bean research meetings are in full swing, and the 2010 Bean and Beet Symposium is just around the corner.
Are you conducting winter meetings? Tell us about it in the comments section.
In Branch county, the 43rd Annual “Farmer’s Day” is to be held on Feb. 15, 2010 at the Branch Area Careers Center. Attracting over 600 individuals, there are 15 different educational sessions offered along with a trade show and time to network with others in agriculture. Best of all, I still have some of the original founders/committee members on my team planning and delivering this program. It’s an absolute honor and pleasure to work with these individuals who have had such a significant role in Michigan agriculture for so many years.