BENTON HARBOR — The Michigan Grape Society and Michigan State University Extension, in partnership with Lake Michigan College, will host the annual Southwest Michigan Horticultural Days conference Feb. 5 and Feb. 6 at LMC’s Mendel Center, 2755 E. Napier Ave., Benton Harbor.

Registration begins at 8 a.m. both days, and all educational sessions begin at 9 a.m. Discussion of production issues will be led by MSU Extension agents, fruit growers and university researchers.  There will be educational sessions on tree fruits, vegetables, blueberries and grapes on both days.  A new session on hemp production will also be offered this year.  The event also features a trade show.  Restricted use pesticide recertification credits have been requested.

Registration cost is $65 per person and is $65 per person at door. Mail registration to:  Michigan Grape Society, P.O. Box 151, Baroda, MI  49101, Attention:  Allen Zelmer.  Those sending checks should make checks payable to Michigan Grape Society.

For registration information only, call Allen Zelmer at (269) 870-5265. To view program details of specific presentations, go to canr.msu.edu/swmrec (look under resources and reports).  Online registration for credit card payment is available at michigangrapesociety.simpletix.com.  Credit card payment will also be accepted at the door.