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What is, or is not, a charrette?

Published on April 25, 2025
Charrette is a very specific type of public involvement system for design and planning projects. Do not be fooled by people calling every public participation event a charrette.
Stress management and rumen and hindgut acidosis in dairy calves

Published on April 25, 2025
Priming young calves through their digestive system can set them up to be super star milk cows or beef cattle.
2025 Beef Brawl

Published on April 25, 2025
Tell me if you heard this one? Three farmers walk into a coffee shop. One brags about 586 lb. weaned calves. Another claims 600 lbs. plus. The third says he sold his at 470 lbs., no shots, straight off the cow—way cheaper.
Category 4 sites under the Right to Farm Act Site Selection GAAMP

Published on April 25, 2025
Site Selection GAAMP provides local authority to permit livestock keeping in primarily residential areas
2025 Learning Exchange Series: Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification

Published on April 25, 2025
Webinar four of the 2025 Learning Exchange Series is titled "Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification." Panelists discuss the process of measuring, tracking, and reviewing carbon benefits.
Fruit growers need to be aware of significant pesticide label changes

Published on April 25, 2025
An ever-increasing number of pesticide labels require applicators to utilize the Bulletins Live! Two system to check for additional use limitations to protect endangered species and their habitat.
Insights into small swine producers: Survey results on health, management and sustainability

Published on April 25, 2025
An overview into the practices, challenges and needs of independent swine producers and independent swine herd veterinarians from a 2024 National Pork Board funded survey.
Michigan chestnut crop report – April 24, 2025

Published on April 25, 2025
Based on degree day modeling, black stem borer activity has likely started in southern Lower Peninsula.
What to plant in your landscape to deter deer

Published on April 25, 2025
Plan your landscaping to deter deer and mitigate damage.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – April 24, 2025

Published on April 24, 2025
Thanks to a stretch of dry weather, this week was good for field work. Alfalfa weevil is present in alfalfa, but wait and follow established scouting and threshold information before treating.