Executive Secretary for the Michigan State Hort Society, Christ-follower, Aerospace Engineering educated farmer living in Michigan's Great Southwest
Benton Harbor, MI
Joined November 2014
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Michigan farmers work in harmony with nature to grow some of the most beloved foods and products, from crisp apples to juicy tart cherries. 🌾🍎💙 #MichiganGrown #FarmingGreatness #SupportLocalAg #FarmFactFriday
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Missed a session or want to revisit key insights? 📝 Session handouts are available online! Dive into the expert advice and valuable resources shared during the event.
Learn more: glexpo.com/attend/education/
Thanks for keeping them at bay as best we can. MI fruit growers appreciate it!
We’ve now concluded Spotted Lanternfly tracking efforts for 2024, which included new detections in Macomb and Lenawee counties, plus new findings in previously affected areas. Learn how to identify and report this pest, and stay vigilant in 2025: bit.ly/42dJ3J8
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🚗 PARKING UPDATE! 🚗
Are you attending the 2024 Great Lakes Expo? If you are, and you usually park in the Devos Place underground garage, you need to know that the Lyon St entrance is closed. The main entrance off eastbound Michigan Street must be used.
A seasonal reminder of the importance of correct punctuation. (The video is fantastic and you should watch it!) youtu.be/sxfxy-3dGz0?si=WGaa…
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Join us at the 2024 Great Lakes Expo and explore the future of regenerative agriculture! 🌱
Gain expert insights from John Kempf! Don't miss this opportunity to discover the future of sustainable farming!
Register today: glexpo.com/attend/register/
#glexpo #regenerativeag
Register soon before the price increases!
Have you registered for the 2024 Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable and Farm Market EXPO?
Register today and take advantage of the Early Bird pricing before the deadline! Early Bird pricing ends November 15!
Register now: glexpo.com/attend/register/
#glexpo
Early bird pricing ends on Friday, Nov 15! Register soon before the price increases!
Have you registered for the 2024 Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable and Farm Market EXPO?
Register today and take advantage of the Early Bird pricing before the deadline!
Register now: glexpo.com/attend/register/
#glexpo
Ben Smith retweeted
Join experts Peter Oudemans and Rebecca Schmidt-Jeffris at the 2024 Great Lakes EXPO for key insights on managing apple, blueberry, and cranberry crops! 🍎🫐
Discover practical strategies for disease control and pest management.
Learn More: fruitgrowersnews.com/article…
#glexpo
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Many Expo hotel blocks close today! Nov 20 is the cancellation date for many, and possibly some rooms will open on that date.
Expo hotels can be found at glexpo.com/accommodations/#l…
The Canopy Grand Rapids hotel has created an Expo code GLEG and can be used at group.canopybyhilton.com/hur…
Ben Smith retweeted
🚨 Just announced! 🚨
The Great Lakes EXPO Farm Market Bus Tour stops have just been released! Visit fruitgrowersnews.com/glexpo-… to find out where we will be going during the tour!
#glexpo #bustour
Ben Smith retweeted
🌾 Looking to maximize your farm’s efficiency and yield? At the Great Lakes EXPO, Katrina Becker shares her best tips for weed control, cover cropping, and soil health to help you grow more sustainably. Don’t miss out!
Learn more: vegetablegrowersnews.com/art…
I'm looking forward to this keynote at #glexpo
🚜🌱Get inspired by @thefarmerjon at the 2024 Great Lakes EXPO!
🎤Understanding your Story
🗓️Tuesday, 12:00pm - 12:45pm
Catch Jon on the Valent Trade Show Stage as he shares how storytelling transformed his career and how it can do the same for you.
vegetablegrowersnews.com/art…
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Want to take your farm market displays to the next level? Join ZenGenius, Inc. at this year's Great Lakes EXPO for an inspiring keynote designed for farm marketers! Gain expert insights, connect with fellow growers and grow your farm business!🌱
Register: glexpo.com/attend/register/
Ben Smith retweeted
Have you registered for the 2024 Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable and Farm Market EXPO?
Register today and take advantage of the Early Bird pricing before the deadline!
Register now: glexpo.com/attend/register/
#glexpo
Check out this great event the day before the Great Lakes Expo! #glexpo
🚍 Don't miss the Farm Market Bus Tour 2024 on December 9! Learn from the best in the industry and see how top farmers bring their products to market. Register now for this unique experience!
fruitgrowersnews.com/glexpo-…
Today is the last day to apply for the Tatter Scholarship. $3,000 is given to one undergraduate and one graduate student planning a career in the specialty crop industry. Only Michigan State University students are eligible. mihortsociety.com/scholarshi…
Ben Smith retweeted
Rich in vitamin C, you can find this crop grown all across the Upper Peninsula, lower part of the northern peninsula and Southwest Michigan! Can you guess? #MichiganAF #TriviaTuesday #MIFruit
Looking forward to this change!
We’re transitioning from a formal banquet to a more relaxed and celebratory social reception – The Expo Social! This casual setting is perfect for networking, connecting with fellow attendees and enjoying light refreshments.
Your Expo badge gets you in!
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Ben Smith retweeted
Looking to elevate your farm market displays? Join ZenGenius at this year's Great Lakes EXPO for a game-changing keynote for farm marketers!
Learn from the best, network with fellow growers, and elevate your farm business! 🌱
Register today: glexpo.com/attend/register/