2026 Crop and Pest Management Update Meetings
Participants of the Crop and Pest Management Update Meetings will hear MSU Extension specialists present the latest recommendations for managing weeds, diseases, insects, and nematodes and receive a copy of the updated bulletin E-434 “Weed Control Guide for Field Crops.” The topics covered at the programs will be determined by the local host and will vary from site to site. Detailed agendas for all programs are available by calling the host MSU Extension office. Each meeting will take place 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., with registration starting at 8:30 a.m.
Cost: $40.00 per session
The registration fee includes lunch and materials. Pre-registration is required to ensure an accurate count of meals and materials. Registration will close one week prior to the event date so please plan accordingly when registering. You can register online below or by calling the host site contact phone. Registrations canceled within 7 days of the program date will not be refunded.
2026 Crop Pest and Crop Management Updates:
- January 8 -- Ithaca, Gratiot Isabella Regional Education Service District, 1131 E Center St., Ithaca, MI 48847; Contact Isabella County Extension Office at 989-317-4079
- January 22 -- Dowagiac, Dowagiac Conservation Club, 54551 M-51 North, Dowagiac, MI 49047; Contact the Van Buren MSU Extension Office at 269-657-8213
- February 3 -- Peck, Sanilac Career Center, 175 E Aitken Rd., Peck, MI 48466; Contact Huron County MSU Extension Office at 989-269-9949
- February 19 -- Fremont, Newago County Regional Education Service Agency, 4747 W. Fremont St., Fremont, MI 49412; Contact Newago County Extension office at 231-924-0500
- February 27 -- Frankenmuth, Saginaw Valley Research and Extension Center, 3775 S Reese Rd., Frankenmuth, MI 48734; Teresa Crook at 989-652-3552
Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) Restricted Use Pesticide (RUP) and Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) credits are available for each date and location. Only participants who attend are eligible to receive RUP and CCA credits. MDARD RUP credits are only available to Michigan residents.
Registration for Ithaca Crop and Pest Management Update Meeting Jan. 8 is open.
Registration closes at 11:59 p.m. ET on January 5, 2026.
Registration for Dowagiac Crop and Pest Management Update Meeting Jan 22 is open.
Registration closes at 11:59 p.m. ET on January 15, 2026.
Registration for Peck Crop and Pest Management Update Meeting Feb. 3 is open.
Registration closes at 11:59 p.m. ET on January 27, 2026.
Registration for Fremont Crop and Pest Management Update Meeting Feb. 19 is open.
Registration closes at 11:59 p.m. ET on February 12, 2026.
Registration for Frankenmuth Crop and Pest Management Update Meeting Feb 27 is open.
Registration closes at 11:59 p.m. ET on February 20, 2026.
Accommodations
Michigan State University Extension programs, services events, and materials are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, religion, age, height, weight, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, or veteran status. Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting the event contact two weeks prior to the start of the event. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible.
Contact Information
For questions please contact the host site by phone:
- January 8 -- Ithaca, Contact Isabella County Extension Office at 989-317-4079
- January 22 -- Dowagiac, Contact the Van Buren MSU Extension Office at 269-657-8213
- February 3 -- Peck, Contact Huron County MSU Extension Office at 989-269-9949
- February 19 -- Fremont, Contact Newago County Extension office at 231-924-0500
- February 27 -- Frankenmuth, Contact Teresa Crook at 989-652-3552