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Top four strategies for keeping your 4-H animal projects healthy in cold weather

Published on December 8, 2020
Use these four steps to help keep your 4-H animals healthy during the long Michigan winters.
Showcasing the science in animal science

Published on December 8, 2020
Take a deeper look at the science involved in animal production.
Can you hatch an egg bought from the store?

Published on October 5, 2020
4-H lessons teach students about embryology.
Record keeping: Now where did I put that information?

Published on July 16, 2020
Keeping records is important when raising market animals.
New online series in livestock education

Published on May 28, 2020
A new seven-part series focuses on livestock daily care, nutrition and showmanship.
Novel coronavirus information for animal owners

Published on April 23, 2020
There are many questions regarding animal and human health during the COVID-19 pandemic, however, there are animal health experts we can turn to for answers.
What does a herd health plan look like?

Published on April 13, 2020
A herd health plan is a wonderful tool to help you manage your livestock all year long.
Feeling cooped up? Now may be an egg-cellent time to raise your own chickens

Published on April 1, 2020
Raising chickens for eggs and meat can be a rewarding activity while practicing social distancing.
What should you do when bringing home your 4-H project animal?

Published on March 26, 2020
When bringing animals back to the farm, make sure to implement a biosecurity program.
Decreasing daylight and its effect on laying hens

Published on October 1, 2019
In the late fall and winter months, egg production may drop off due to decreased hours of daylight, but there are strategies you can implement to keep hens producing.