Lenawee County Ag News

09/08/2026

Are tomatoes cluttering your kitchen counter? Don't stew about it and discover how simple home canning tomatoes can be. This interactive workshop will guide you through the process of canning with a water bath canner and explain when to use a pressure canner.
Registration is still open! https://pears.io/plan/events/8314/

07/02/2026

It is not too late to register to join us for a morning of discussion of conservation priorities! Your opinions truly matter.
(This is my last email about this)

The Lenawee Conservation District in partnership with the USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service invites you to our Local Work Group meeting.

July 8th from 9-11am
River Raisin Room
Lenawee Human Service Building
1040 S Winter St, Adrian, MI
Click Here to Register https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nrcs-lcd-work-study-group-tickets-1992497549808?aff=oddtdtcreator
Local Work Groups are formed to gather input from constituents and conservation leaders throughout each county to determine natural resources issues and priorities.
You bring your thoughts and ideas about conservation priorities and we will bring breakfast treats!

Join us in person for the NRCS / LCD Work Study Group to share ideas and collaborate on projects!

06/29/2026

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🚜 Farmers, landowners, conservation partners, and community members. Save the date!

Join us on Thursday, August 20 at Stoney Ridge Farms in Waldron for a day focused on conservation, water quality, agronomy, and the future of agriculture in our region.

🎤 Keynote Speaker: Tom Cotter

📍 Featured Sessions Include:
• Aaron Brooker — Beck's Hybrids Agronomy
• Heather Rindler — Brookside Labs, Inc.
• Rachel Henry — OSU Water Quality
• Russ Rice — Ohio Conservation Action Project
• Ed Scheffler & Matt Word — County Drain Commissioners
• Randy Knapik & Craig Bonner — Michigan & Ohio DNR
• Madelyn Celovsky & Nicolle Ritchie — MSU Field Crops

🌱 Hosting Partners:
• Fulton Soil & Water Conservation District
• Hillsdale Conservation District
• Williams Soil & Water Conservation District
• The Ohio State University Extension
• Michigan State University Extension

✅ Learn from leading experts in agriculture, conservation, and water quality
✅ Connect with farmers and conservation professionals from across Michigan and Ohio
✅ Discover practical solutions and innovative approaches for your operation
✅ Gain valuable insights you can take back to the farm

Mark your calendar and stay tuned for registration details! Follow Hillsdale Conservation District to stay up to date on the event!

11/18/2025

Leanwee County Farm Bureau's 2nd Annual AcuSpray Growers Meeting will be on December 1st!
Join Lenawee County Farm Bureau as they celebrate growers like you and explore strategies for a successful 2026 season. Learn about field safety, drone applications, 2025 crop planning, new agronomy programs, and on-farm nitrogen innovations. Gain insight from recent trial data, gain practical insights, and connect with experts shaping the future of agriculture.
📅 When: Monday, December 1st 2025, from 10:00AM-1:00PM
📍 Where: Riga Park (7817 Riga Hwy, Riga, MI 49276)
Lunch is provided, and RUP Points will be available!
RSVP to [email protected] or call 855-977-7299

Growers Meeting! See link