MIFarmLink May Newsletter

As we move into May, the season is shifting into full swing and so is our work. With spring underway, we are excited to share a few updates that reflect how MIFarmLink continues to grow and adapt to better serve our community. Moving forward, we will be transitioning to a quarterly newsletter schedule, allowing us to share more meaningful updates while making space to highlight valuable resources, tools, and opportunities that support farmers and landowners throughout the year.

Next month also marks the start of our new monthly webinar series, designed to bring practical guidance, timely topics, and trusted voices directly to you. In addition, we are currently seeking a volunteer website intern to help strengthen and maintain our online presence as our platform continues to expand.

As always, our focus remains on steady, thoughtful growth and staying connected to the people at the heart of this work. We are grateful to continue building alongside strong partners and a dedicated community, keeping farmland accessible and in the hands of those ready to care for it for generations to come.

Sincerely,

Jill and the MIFarmLink Team

(Team MIFarmLink, #mifarmlinker)

The Michigan Association of Conservation Districts has relaunched the Michigan Conservation Stewardship for Farmers Project (MCSFP), a streamlined cost-share program focused on putting more funding directly into on-farm improvements. With fewer barriers and support for projects like soil health, water management, and infrastructure, enrollment is expected to open in Spring 2026, starting in southeast Michigan and the Detroit region. Learn more and get prepared to apply.

• May 6th- Beginning Farmer Field Day, Saginaw, MI
• May 6th- Monthly Drop-in Organic Farming Q & A
• May 11th to 13th- Recycling & Organics Conference, Kalamazoo, MI
• May 12th- Cover Crop Grazing & Variety Trial Field Day, Hickory Corners, MI
• May 13th to 14th- 2026 Agritourism Summit, Acme, MI
• May 14th- Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series – Post Weed Control
• May 19th- Selling MI Honey & Maple Syrup - Safely!
• May 21st- Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series: Wheat Scouting and Management Considerations
• May 23rd- Smart Gardening Outreach, White Lake, MI
• May 28th- Preserving MI Harvest-Strawberries- More Than Just Jam
• May 28th- Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series – Michigan Dry Bean Update
• May 30th to 31st- Heartland Apicultural Society Conference, East Lansing, MI
• June 1st- June Michigan Beekeeping Office Hours
• June 4th- Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series – Integrated Pest Management in Sugar Beets
• June 5th- MIFarmLink Open Hour
• June 6th- Native Plant Expo, Ann Arbor, MI
• June 6th- MSU Tollgate Spring Plant Sale, Novi, MI
• June 11th- Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series – Herbicide Resistance Update
• June 17th- Third Annual Food-Grade Grains Field Day, Hickory Corners, MI
• June 18th- Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series – Hot Topics!
• June 20th- Farmers Teaching Farmers Conference, Lansing, MI
• June 22nd to 23rd- 2026 State of the Western Lake Erie Basin Conference, Adrian, MI
• June 25th- Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series – Corn and Soybean Disease Management

Join us for our first MIFarmLink Drop-In on June 5th from 11 AM to 12 PM. This hour-long informal session is a great chance to hop on, ask questions, and get more comfortable using the platform.

We’ll be focusing on tips and tricks for building a strong profile, from what information to include to how to make your listing stand out to the right connections. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to improve your current profile, this is a simple, practical way to make the most of MIFarmLink.

The Farmish app is a simple, practical tool that helps connect people with locally grown food right in their own communities. It allows farmers and producers to list what they have available, while making it easy for customers to find fresh products nearby. For those looking to support local agriculture or expand their reach, Farmish offers a straightforward way to build connections, strengthen local food systems, and keep business close to home.

These partners make it possible for MIFarmLink to remain a free and accessible program, ensuring farmers and landowners across Michigan can get the support they need without cost.