News

Farmers invited to submit corn silage samples for mycotoxin study

Published on September 24, 2019
Mycotoxins in corn have long been a bane as well as a mystery. A new research project aims to reduce this mystery and enable farmers to reduce their risk. This season, farmers can submit samples of corn silage for free mycotoxin analysis.
MSU Extension Breakfast on the Farm organizers are seeking host farms for 2020

Published on September 20, 2019
Since 2009, forty Breakfast on the Farm events have been held in Michigan. After a one year break, Michigan State University Extension is once again looking for host farm families.
2018 Farm Financial Benchmarking Results from MSU-Extension Telfarm Program

Published on September 18, 2019
A financial analysis of your farm can be very helpful especially during a time such as recent years when farming economy has taken a hit.
Starting a Licensed Food Business

Published on September 18, 2019
Starting a Licensed Food Business training will help you understand how to turn your food business idea into a successful commercial reality.
The Five Freedoms: A history lesson in animal care and welfare

Published on September 6, 2019
The Five Freedoms have been the basis of animal welfare since the 1960s. Learn about what they are and why they have endured.
Harvesting soybeans for forage

Published on September 5, 2019
Some producers may want to harvest soybeans for forage this year. Here is essential information for producing high quality soybean forage.
Washtenaw, Mecosta, Ottawa and Allegan counties were top winners in state dairy quiz bowl contests

Published on September 5, 2019
Senior team from Allegan County is the first to win Dr. Katherine Lee Memorial Award.
Options for immature corn

Published on September 4, 2019
One challenge this year is wondering whether the corn crop will mature before frost and what to do with it if it does not. This is an opportune year for cash crop producers and livestock producers to be talking with one another about feed options.
Youth demonstrate dairy knowledge at statewide management contest

Published on August 28, 2019
Teams from Michigan's Branch and Clinton counties earn top honors at the state contest.
Now is the time to plant fall cover crops for grazing

Published on August 27, 2019
Cover crops can be a good option for grazing.