Resources

A Field Guide To Soil Sampling

Published on October 13, 2022
Soil sampling is a foundational step to make effective farm management and soil fertility decisions. This step-by-step field guide is a summary of best practices and recommendations for composite soil sampling to help you do just that.
Down Cow Movement and Care

Published on September 23, 2022
A helpful care guide for farmers and farm management when there is a down cow.
Animal Diet Claims on Food Labels

Published on July 18, 2022
Animal diet claims on food product labels refer to what type of feed an animal eats during it's lifetime, except for milk fed prior to weaning.
Industry Collaborations Led by MSU Extension Focus on Preparedness for Michigan's Animal Agriculture Industry

Published on May 12, 2022
With contributions of more than $104.7 billion annually to our state’s economy, agriculture is one of Michigan’s most important and productive industries.
MSU Extension Supports Food Processing in Michigan

Published on May 11, 2022
The ability to combine scientific expertise, research capabilities and practical experience allows educators and scientists to work together and generate advancements in food, health and the environment, creating impactful data for Michigan communities.
MSU Extension Provides Opportunities for Farmers to Improve Efficiencies by Focusing on Management & Production Issues

Published on May 11, 2022
Michigan State University Extension continues to provide valuable services, programs and information for Michigan communities and families.
Freezer space needed for beef

Published on April 1, 2022
Average meat yield of a purchased beef carcass.
Hotspots of vulnerability and disruption in food value chains during COVID-19 in South Africa: industry- and firm-level “pivoting” in response

Published on December 24, 2021
Meyer, F., Reardon, T., Davids, T., van der Merwe, M., et al. (2021). Hotspots of vulnerability and disruption in food value chains during COVID-19 in South Africa: industry- and firm-level “pivoting” in response. Agrekon, 1–21.
Livestock Budget Estimator Beef (Simple)

Published on August 14, 2021
A farm budget decision tool for beef producers.
Manure Management for Fairs and Exhibitions- Hauling, Spreading, and Composting

Published on May 11, 2021
Whether you are moving manure directly to a storage facility, transferring manure to a field for temporary stockpile, composting or applying manure, details matter: #3 in a series of four fact sheets for fairs and expos.