Improving calving and transition cow management: Norm Buning of Buning Dairy
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MSU Extension to host training on emergency response to accidents involving livestock May 18 in Imlay City
Published on April 11, 2024
First responders and law enforcement can register to attend this hands-on training to be better prepared to manage and respond to accidents involving livestock. -
Myths and facts about raw milk
Published on April 4, 2024
Many people deny health dangers of drinking raw milk, and even promote it as a healthy practice. Exploring the facts is important to prevent foodborne illness. -
Biosecurity recommendations for dairy and beef cattle operations
Published on April 3, 2024
Producers are reminded to review their farm’s biosecurity practices, paying close attention to management procedures when dealing with suspected sick cows. -
Manure has value, test and take credit this spring
Published on April 3, 2024
Manure nutrients vary based on when and how it is applied. But there are always nutrients in it, and benefits to reducing fertilizer. -
Dairy and beef cattle operations should review their biosecurity plans
Published on March 29, 2024
Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) found in Michigan dairy herd, pasteurized milk remains safe to drink. -
Scouting wheat fields this spring improves management decisions
Published on March 28, 2024
Now is a good time to scout wheat fields and assess plant stands. Join the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series on April 4 to learn important pest and crop management decisions as wheat comes out of dormancy and begins to grow. -
Need tips to tackle field ruts? Tune into Field Crops Virtual Breakfast on March 28!
Published on March 21, 2024
Join the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series on March 28 for an engaging conversation on handling (and preventing) field ruts and compaction this upcoming season. -
A fight for life against bovine tuberculosis: Adriana Jarrett
Published on March 18, 2024
Frequently, stories of bovine TB revolve around deer or cattle that focus on the impact to family businesses and pursuits of happiness. But the untold story is what happens when a person becomes infected. This is part of Adriana Jarrett’s story. -
2024 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast kickoff to highlight early season weed control
Published on March 14, 2024
Spring is here and so is the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series! Join us March 21 for the best management recommendations to start your season off well. -
Field days, workshops and webinars for farmers transitioning to organic
Published on March 14, 2024
Sign up now to visit an organic farm or learn from organic farmers. -
MSU Extension offers training for first responders, law enforcement officials and others on responding to accidents involving livestock
Published on March 8, 2024
Program attendees will be better prepared to manage and respond to accidents involving livestock after attending this hands-on training in Imlay City on May 18. -
Cooked meat color: Part 2
Published on March 1, 2024
The form of myoglobin and other factors contribute to cooked meat color and make color a poor indicator of if meat is safe to eat. -
Dates on meat packages – Sell by, use by, freeze by, packaged on, expiration date
Published on March 1, 2024
Ever wonder why different food has different indicator dates on the package and what they mean? -
Biological, chemical and physical hazards assessed with HACCP
Published on March 1, 2024
Part of a Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) plan is a comprehensive hazard assessment. -
The color of meat depends on myoglobin: Part 1
Published on March 1, 2024
Myoglobin is the iron-rich protein that gives meat its color. -
Cured meat color: Part 3
Published on March 1, 2024
The cured meat color of processed meats is formed through complex reactions. -
MSU Extension Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series kicks off seventh season March 21, 2024
Published on February 29, 2024
The weekly online program provides timely, relevant information to keep field crop farmers and consultants up to date with rapidly changing crop conditions, pests, diseases and environmental conditions during the growing season. -
Michigan AgrAbility 2023 Updates
Published on February 19, 2024
Michigan’s AgrAbility program works with people in the agricultural industry who have an illness, injury or disability to help them keep working on the farm. -
Stay in the same field with grazing terms
Published on February 19, 2024
Don’t get lost in the back 40 of grazing terms based on research and improved pasture management practices. -
Online Hay Production 101 short course is back by popular demand in 2024
Published on February 13, 2024
Join our team of Michigan State University Extension specialists and educators online in February and March to learn the ins and outs of growing, harvesting and marketing your hay crop.