News
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Livestock winter forage supplies may be short this year
Published on June 27, 2019
Hay carryover from last year is low, and with the current delayed hay harvest, that trend could continue, do not wait until you need the forage, make plans now! -
Are we done planting in central Michigan?
Published on June 19, 2019
The unprecedented 2019 cool and wet planting season has many producers and agronomists looking for answers to questions we have not thought about before. -
Summer annual forage seeds may not be available if you wait too long to order seed
Published on June 18, 2019
Producers are urged to contact their seed suppliers as soon as possible for availability of summer annuals. -
Baleage is different than all other forage making practices
Published on June 18, 2019
USDA Forage Specialist says knowing how baleage is different can get you a long way toward making better quality baleage. -
Understanding delayed planting decisions in Michigan
Published on June 6, 2019
Reviewing the options available to producers who have not yet planted their field crops because of poor planting conditions. -
Wet spring, wet soils, and wet hay…what should a dry hay producer do?
Published on June 5, 2019
Tips for helping dry hay producers when faced with difficult harvest conditions. -
Should the USDA establish a livestock dealer statutory trust?
Published on June 4, 2019
Public comment is open until June 24, 2019 regarding whether the USDA should establish a livestock dealer statutory trust. -
Become a grillmaster by using a food thermometer
Published on May 30, 2019
Meat quality and the overall eating experience can be improved by using a food thermometer to determine doneness and improve safety at the same. time -
When alfalfa winterkills, what can you do?
Published on May 17, 2019
The long cold winter took a toll on Michigan alfalfa stands. -
Salamanders will no longer be part of the beef supply chain
Published on May 13, 2019
Survival may be increasingly difficult for some.