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Preparing sheep and goats for breeding season

Published on September 7, 2022
As fall approaches, so does the normal breeding season for most sheep and goats. Consideration for things like parasite count, hoof health, body condition scoring, and overall health of breeding stock should be evaluated prior to breeding.
Announcing the 2022 Breakfast on the Farm event

Published on September 7, 2022
Join us on Saturday, September 24 in Alpena County for a free Breakfast on the Farm event at Risky Endeavor Dairy.
Michigan State University Extension offers training for first responders, law enforcement officials and others on responding to accidents involving livestock

Published on September 7, 2022
Program attendees will be prepared to manage and respond to accidents involving livestock after attending this hands-on training.
How a Lack of Funding Led to Nematology

Published on September 7, 2022
Amanda Howland believes that, through a lack of funding, it became her fate to study nematology.
Stocking density in a dairy barn can impact cow performance

Published on September 7, 2022
When barns are overstocked, it can lead to negative impacts on profits.
Global Convening 2022

Published on September 7, 2022
From the August 2022 Newsletter
Grand Rapids area apple maturity report – September 7, 2022

Published on September 7, 2022
Harvest of early varieties wrapped up last week, easing into McIntosh and Honeycrisp at many sites this week.
Northwest Michigan apple maturity report – September 7 2022

Published on September 7, 2022
Harvest is underway for early varieties of apples at this time: Gingergold, Zestar, SweeTango, Jersey Mac, PaulaRed. Fruit quality is excellent.
Legume Lab Projects Develop SAWBO Animations to Promote Adoption of Innovative IPM and Cropping Processes

Published on September 7, 2022
Article from the August 2022 Newsletter
Southwest Michigan apple maturity report – September 7, 2022

Published on September 7, 2022
Main season Gala harvest is just beginning in some southwest apple blocks.