MSU Extension Beef

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  Early reports of feedlot performance and carcass quality of cattle when feeding Experior

  Published on December 6, 2024
  Although Experior’s (lubabegron) novel label claim is to reduce ammonia gas emissions from cattle fed this product, what effect can it have on feedlot performance and carcass quality?

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  MSU Extension to host restricted use pesticide review and testing on MSU campus December 19

  Published on December 4, 2024
  MSU Extension, in partnership with MSU Pesticide Safety Education Program and Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, will host a restricted use pesticide (RUP) review and exam session at the MSU Pavilion on Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024.

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  Feedback sought on new resource for new and beginning farmers at 2024 GLEXPO

  Published on December 3, 2024
  The Beginning Farmer Resource and Decision Making Guide is a new jointly created resource in the works from MSU Extension and USDA.

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  Richard Price joins MSU Extension as a conservation systems educator

  Published on December 3, 2024
  Price will focus on using precision technologies to promote and benefit increased productivity and profitability in Michigan’s diverse agricultural landscape.

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  MSU Extension hosts virtual Beginner Grazing School

  Published on November 25, 2024
  MSU Extension’s Beginner Grazing School will feature eight virtual sessions Tuesdays and Thursdays starting Jan. 7 and running through January 30, 2025, from 7-8:30 p.m. EST.

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  Compost can increase the water holding capacity in droughty soils

  Published on November 13, 2024
  Compost has the ability to increase water holding capacity of soils and can be a beneficial soil amendment in agricultural applications.

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  Join the Beef and Swine Livestock Insurance program to discuss developing protection strategies for your livestock farm

  Published on November 7, 2024
  A virtual program from MSU Extension aimed at helping you navigate insurance policies and their use.

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  Marketing spotlighted in new season of risk management series from MSU Extension

  Published on October 30, 2024
  Marketing is the main emphasis of this year’s Farm Policy and Risk Management Series

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  Videos of Michigan SARE grantees highlight sustainable farm innovation

  Published on October 24, 2024
  Michigan hosts the North Central Region Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education administrative council and coordinators from 12 states for farm tours and video with grantees.

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  Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core Review Sessions, RUP credits and testing for winter 2024 through spring 2025

  Published on October 23, 2024
  Essential information and frequently asked questions regarding the certification process, recertification options and the upcoming Michigan Pesticide Applicator Core Review Sessions.