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  Spring turn-out sets the tone for the entire grazing season

  Published on April 14, 2021
  When the grass starts greening, the urge to get livestock on pasture is strong. However, patience and a little planning will pay off because management of the spring flush of forage availability is key to setting the tone for the entire grazing season.

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  Comparison tool for JBS high-energy Holstein contracts

  Published on April 8, 2021
  Comparison tool for JBS high-energy Holstein contracts.

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  Improving beef calf value through use of the IGS Feeder Profit Calculator

  Published on April 7, 2021
  Now there is a tool that can objectively determine value, not only helping producers understand what buyers are willing to pay for, but also how to improve calf value.

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  Women Shaping Agriculture: interview with Megghan Honke Seidel

  Published on April 1, 2021
  Women Shaping Agriculture is an initiative in which MSU Extension educators host conversational interviews that enable women to share their experiences and perspectives about their diverse roles in Michigan agriculture.

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  Farms with no employees can still benefit from the Paycheck Protection Program

  Published on March 7, 2021
  Self-employed farmers can apply for PPP loan funds based on their 2020 gross income. Application deadline is March 31.

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  MSU-led international research team receives $1 million grant to build multi-disciplinary precision livestock farming network

  Published on March 1, 2021
  Building a multi-disciplinary livestock farming network is the focus of a new $1 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Data Science for Food and Agricultural Systems program.

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  Is a bull buying error different from a bull buying mistake?

  Published on February 28, 2021
  Bull evaluation programs help buyers avoid bull buying errors and mistakes.

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  Return of the Coronavirus Relief Programs for agriculture - Webinar Recording Available

  Published on February 19, 2021
  Through this recorded webinar you will learn about new legislation and program changes to assist farmers.

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  Introduction to Michigan Site Selection and Odor Control GAAMPs for new or expanding livestock facilities

  Published on February 18, 2021
  Why MDARD Site Selection GAAMPs are critical for the future of your family farm business.

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  Agricultural professionals in extension services worldwide build new relationships between culturally diverse systems

  Published on February 9, 2021
  Michigan State University and India’s National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management collaborate on a new book, “Innovations in Agricultural Extension.”