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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.
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.
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.
Cured meat color: Part 3

Published on March 1, 2024
The cured meat color of processed meats is formed through complex reactions.
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.
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.
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.
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.
MSU dairy education fall recap

Published on February 13, 2024
The MSU Dairy Education Program welcomed over 20 new students this Fall and continues to expand practical hands-on learning experiences for students at every level of their academic career.