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Sampling Oral Fluids To Detect and Identify Diseases in Pigs

This video provides information and the education to detect and identify diseases in pigs specifically using the sampling oral fluids method.
Small Farm Swine Secure Pork Supply Part 1

This video describes what secure pork supply is and why it is important to all swine producers.
Swine Ventilation

his video describes the need to have proper ventilation and how to optimize it within your swine barn for all season.
Alternative Feed sources for swine

Published on August 28, 2023
A list of possible feed ingredients for swine diets alternative to the traditional corn and soybean meal components.
MSU Extension Beginner Grazing School - August 22-23

Published on August 1, 2023
A grazing school for beef, dairy and small ruminant producers will be held at the MSU Extension Lake City Research Center August 22 - 23, 2023.
Standard operating procedures for your swine production system

Published on June 13, 2023
MSU Extension Pork Team has created standard operating procedures (SOPs) for use by swine producers.
What is management over medication?

Published on May 5, 2023
Management of livestock is essential for a healthy herd. Some medications can be avoided with close observation and understanding of a herd health plan, which is the main objective of the management over medication concept.
Vaccination Strategies for Pigs Raised on Small Farms

Published on June 8, 2022
Many diseases in pigs can be prevented or their effects minimized by vaccines formulated specifically for use in pigs. These vaccines provide a management tool that, when used properly, can greatly reduce reliance on the other medications.
Management over Medication: Pest Management Program for Small Farms

Published on February 14, 2022
Rodent problems and pest infestations can easily affect the bottom line of an operation and trigger other issues on the farm that affect the health of the animals raised and people working at the facility.
Management over Medication: Biosecurity Plans for Small Farms

Published on February 14, 2022
Maintaining the health of your swine herd requires a biosecurity plan that describes the practical measures you have taken to prevent the entry and spread of diseases on your farm.
Livestock Budget Estimator Swine (Simple)

Published on August 17, 2021
A budget planning and decision tool for swine producers.
Livestock Budget Estimator Swine Contract Grower (Simple)

Published on August 17, 2021
A budget decision tool for swine producers who operate as contract growers.
Livestock Budget Estimator Dairy (Simple)

Published on August 14, 2021
A farm budget decision tool designed for dairy farmers.
Livestock Budget Estimator Beef (Simple)

Published on August 14, 2021
A farm budget decision tool for beef producers.
Management over medication: strategies for reducing antibiotics used in pork production

Published on May 8, 2021
Upcoming MSU Extension online series will describe sound management practices that can help prevent overuse of medication in your swine herd.
Marketing and Pricing Standing Corn Silage

Published on August 5, 2019
MSU Extension offers an educational opportunity to learn how to process and understand pricing and risks that may come with the marketing strategy you choose.
Marketing and Pricing Standing Hay

Published on August 5, 2019
MSU Extension offers an education opportunity to learn about the pricing and marketing process of standing hay.
Livestock Basics

Getting started with livestock basics.
Getting Started with Aquaculture Webinar

Getting started with aquaculture.
Fencing and Watering Systems for Livestock Webinar

Getting started with fencing and watering systems for livestock.