Branch County Michigan State University Extension

05/27/2026

Curious about AI and how it’s changing the world around you?
Join Michigan State University Extension 4-H for an Adulting 101 session: AI and You: Smart, Safe, and Savvy on Thursday, June 11 at 6 p.m. EST!
Learn how AI works, how it can support you, and how it’s shaping industries like agriculture-plus explore how to use it responsibly and make smart choices in a tech-driven world.
Don’t miss this chance to get ahead of the curve!
Register for free at: https://www.canr.msu.edu/events/ai_and_you

05/22/2026

05/19/2026

ServSafe® (In-person)
Earn ServSafe® Manager certification with help from MSU Extension. ServSafe® is a national food safety certification program. This class is designed for anyone working in the foodservice industry, including non-profit organizations. MSU Extension offers an 8-hour ServSafe® training and exam proctoring, with a class fee of $75. MSU Extension will also be offering proctoring of the ServSafe® Manager Certification Exam by appointment.
Contact your local MSU Extension Food Safety staff for more information or for a list of upcoming classes, visit: https://www.canr.msu.edu/servsafe/events

05/19/2026

05/19/2026

Dial Gauge Pressure Canner Testing
Contact your local MSU Extension Office to schedule an appointment to have your dial gauge pressure canner tested.
Use the link below to find your local County MSU Extension office: https://www.canr.msu.edu/outreach/county

05/19/2026

Selling Michigan Honey & Maple Syrup Safely
Food safety is key to successfully selling honey and maple syrup in Michigan. Learn how to safely handle, package and store honey and maple syrup, and understand the exemption guidelines for selling these products in Michigan. Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development allows for collection and production of honey and maple syrup that can be sold without a license, and there is an expectation that this is done safely. Personal hygiene, food safe containers, storage, cleaning and sanitizing methods, and MDARD’s exemption guidelines are topics covered on this workshop.
• May 19, 12 p.m. EDT
• June 8, 2 p.m. EDT
To learn more and to register, visit: https://events.anr.msu.edu/SyrupHoney26/

05/19/2026

Safe Food Handling for Food Donations: Basic Training (Online, Free Session)
Safe Food Handling for Food Donations: Basic Training is designed for food banks, pantries, drives, and other organizations that distribute food to alleviate food insecurity.
• June 8, 1 p.m. EDT
To learn more and to register, visit: https://events.anr.msu.edu/FoodDonationBASIC2026Q1Q2/

05/19/2026

Safe Food Handling for Food Donations: ADVANCED Training (Online, Free Session)
This training, covers the legal aspects of liability, the types of food to accept for donation, storage conditions for food, the management of pests, understanding food recalls, transportation of donated food, staff and volunteer management, and emergency and food defense plans.
• June 8, 3 p.m. EDT
To learn more and to register, visit: https://events.anr.msu.edu/FoodDonationADVANCED2026Q1Q2/

05/19/2026

Safe Food = Healthy Kids (Online, Free Session)
Safe Food = Healthy Kids is an interactive workshop designed for childcare providers. Learn what the best practices are for food safety to help keep kids safe.
• June 16, 6 p.m. EDT

To learn more and to register, visit: https://events.anr.msu.edu/SFHK26/

05/19/2026

Guidance for Food Handlers and the Management of Halal Food
Halal Food training is for food handlers and educators with responsibilities related to nutrition and food. Key concepts of what food is considered halal and how to preserve the integrity of this food is covered in this training. Participants will increase their knowledge and confidence in how to properly handle halal food for consumers requiring a halal diet and will be able to incorporate with relevant food safety knowledge.
• June 9, 10 a.m. EDT

To learn more and to register, visit: https://events.anr.msu.edu/Halal2026Q1Q2/