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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?
Beyond the land: How regenerative grazing improves farmer wellbeing

Published on December 6, 2024
Did you know how a farmer manages their land could influence their wellbeing? It’s not just about happiness; it's also about feeling accomplished, connected and fulfilled with life.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Has bird flu flown the coop, or is it a problem still to be reckoned with?

Published on October 18, 2024
The risk for HPAI has not passed. Dairy farmers should remain alert about the disease. When a herd is affected, producers should partner with their veterinarian and the state department of agriculture to increase knowledge about the disease.
Slow Moving Vehicle triangles - be on the lookout!

Published on October 4, 2024
Ensuring your Slow Moving Vehicle signs are in good shape will make traveling the roads safer for farmers and other road drivers.
Upper Peninsula farm hosts successful Soil Health Academy

Published on October 3, 2024
Gabe Brown and Allen Williams train farmers in regenerative agriculture principles.