MSU Extension Animal Agriculture

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  Industry Collaborations Led by MSU Extension Focus on Preparedness for Michigan's Animal Agriculture Industry

  Published on May 12, 2022
  With contributions of more than $104.7 billion annually to our state’s economy, agriculture is one of Michigan’s most important and productive industries.

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  MSU Extension Provides Viable Options for Ag and Solar Integration

  Published on May 12, 2022
  Michigan aims to achieve economy-wide carbon neutrality by 2050 and maintain net negative greenhouse gas emissions thereafter.

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  MSU Extension Supports Food Processing in Michigan

  Published on May 11, 2022
  The ability to combine scientific expertise, research capabilities and practical experience allows educators and scientists to work together and generate advancements in food, health and the environment, creating impactful data for Michigan communities.

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  MSU Extension Provides Opportunities for Farmers to Improve Efficiencies by Focusing on Management & Production Issues

  Published on May 11, 2022
  Michigan State University Extension continues to provide valuable services, programs and information for Michigan communities and families.

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  Newborn Calf Care Management - English and Spanish

  Published on May 5, 2022
  The first hours of life are important to a newborn dairy calf's health. Using proper management techniques immediately following birth can positively impact the calf for a lifetime.

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  MSU Cash Flow Estimator

  Published on March 14, 2022
  The MSU Cash Flow Estimator is intended to help farm managers create a cash flow projection for their business.

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  Management over Medication: Pest Management Program for Small Farms

  Published on February 14, 2022
  Rodent problems and pest infestations can easily affect the bottom line of an operation and trigger other issues on the farm that affect the health of the animals raised and people working at the facility.

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  Management over Medication: Biosecurity Plans for Small Farms

  Published on February 14, 2022
  Maintaining the health of your swine herd requires a biosecurity plan that describes the practical measures you have taken to prevent the entry and spread of diseases on your farm.

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  JBS Holstein Contract Comparison Tool

  Published on February 2, 2022
  This spreadsheet is to be used to help assist with choosing between using the "New" or "Old" JBS Holstein contract and discovering how premiums and discounts can affect the profitability on a load of cattle.

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  Biosecurity Practices for One-Day Livestock Shows

  Published on November 30, 2021
  Guidelines to help make sure your animals stay in good health during one-day prospect shows, jackpots and other livestock exhibitions.

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  Etiquetado Natural y Orgánico

  Published on October 2, 2021
  Las afirmaciones de las etiquetas Natural y Orgánico se utilizan en alimentos para describir cómo se cultivaron, criaron y/o procesaron.

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  Declaraciones de etiquetas de OMG

  Published on October 2, 2021
  Los organismos genéticamente modificados (OGM) a veces se denominan derivados de ingeniería genética, de bioingeniería o genéticamente modificados (GM).

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  Declaraciones de etiquetas de hormonas

  Published on October 2, 2021
  Las hormonas son sustancias químicas producidas naturalmente tanto en animales como en plantas. Las hormonas son necesarias para las funciones básicas de las células.

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  Afirmaciones sobrela crianza deanimales

  Published on October 2, 2021
  Estos términos de etiquetado se utilizan en productos para describir el entorno en el que se criaron los animales.

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  Declaraciones o aclaraciones de etiquetas de alimentos

  Published on October 2, 2021
  Toda la información en las etiquetas de los alimentos no debe ser falsa o engañosa.

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  Declaraciones de etiquetas de antibióticos

  Published on October 2, 2021
  Los antibióticos son sustancias producidas por un microorganismo y tienen la capacidad de matar o inhibir el crecimiento o la multiplicación de otros microorganismos.

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  Fechas de productos alimenticios

  Published on October 2, 2021
  Se pueden encontrar dos tipos de fechas en las etiquetas de los alimentos. El fabricante o minorista aplica “Fechas abiertas” que le indica a los consumidores la estimación de cuándo el producto será de la mejor calidad.

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  Michigan Manure Hauler Certification Program Brochure

  Published on July 7, 2021
  The Michigan Manure Hauler Certification Program is a voluntary training program which helps to prevent manure application problems before they occur through increased nutrient management plan implementation and responsible manure application.

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  Emergency Response to Accidents Involving Livestock

  Published on July 6, 2021
  The Emergency Response to Accidents Involving Livestock (ERAIL) program is designed to provide training and resources for people that may be responding to accidents involving animals.

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  Supporting the Animal Agriculture Industry in Michigan

  Published on July 6, 2021
  As the world responded to the COVID-19 pandemic, MSU Extension’s Animal Agriculture Team focused on assisting farmers with managing risk to their operation and addressing industry disruption.