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MSU researchers helping low-volume meat processors determine wastewater treatments
Published on August 28, 2024
Two projects to help small meat processors manage wastewater have been funded by the Michigan Alliance for Animal Agriculture. -
Mole drains field day for improving soil drainage scheduled in St. Clair County on Sept. 9
Published on August 26, 2024
Mole drains can be a budget-friendly drainage system for clay soil. -
MSU Extension helps Ukrainian dairy producers
Published on August 22, 2024
Michigan State University faculty and staff have been providing education, at the request of Ukrainian milk producers, to help them grow during this time of war and prepare for the years ahead as an independent country. -
Revitalizing worn-out pastures: Effective strategies for livestock farmers
Published on August 14, 2024
Discover what it means to have a worn out pasture and explore practical suggestions for beef producers to assess and improve their pasture conditions using effective grazing management techniques. -
Winter feeding methods for beef cattle farms in Michigan
Published on August 12, 2024
Using winter feeding methods like bale grazing or unrolling bales in the pastures can help spread nutrients where they are needed most. -
Finding financial success in uncertain times
Published on July 29, 2024
Revised online course available from MSU Extension -
Protect high cattle prices with risk protection
Published on July 26, 2024
Beef cattle prices are historically high. Cattle producers can protect themselves from falling cattle prices. The Livestock Risk Protection program is implemented through the USDA Risk Management Agency to protect against market decline. -
Help! My alfalfa field may be slowly starving!
Published on July 11, 2024
Because potassium top dressing for alfalfa was less than recommended for many during times of high fertilizer prices in previous years, return on investment may be positive for potassium on alfalfa fields. -
On-farm compost production and Right to Farm
Published on June 27, 2024
Understanding the role of Right to Farm when composting activities occur on a farming operation. -
More than $2.5M in new funding to support Michigan animal agriculture research, outreach
Published on June 17, 2024
The Michigan Alliance for Animal Agriculture will be supporting 23 new research and outreach projects.