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Training program prepares responders for livestock transportation accidents

Published on September 14, 2020
After several accidents with livestock trailers in Michigan and neighboring states in recent years, MSU Extension educators brought their expertise together to create a training program to deal with the challenge.
Corn silage mycotoxins: Invitation to submit new samples and 2019 results

Published on August 27, 2020
Submit samples of corn silage for a free mycotoxin analysis as part of MSU research survey.
MSU researchers receive grants to study dairy cattle health

Published on August 3, 2020
$500K grants will be used to study BLV, dairy cow reproduction
Identifying risks for COVID-19 exposures in the workplace: Agriculture

Published on July 27, 2020
A new online tool helps agricultural employers evaluate and reduce COVID-19 exposure risks.
New skills your farm or food business will need to develop due to COVID-19

Published on July 21, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic may have set the stage for some labor opportunities to arise.
The virtual coffee break with the MSU Extension Dairy team podcast is back

Published on July 21, 2020
Join us for season two of this informative program that presents interviews with farmers, researchers, and industry experts in a new accessible format.
Animal welfare for youth: Part 5 – Natural Living

Published on July 20, 2020
This series will explore basic concepts of animal welfare and why 4-H youth involved in animal projects should understand this subject.
Animal welfare for youth: Part 6 – Affective states

Published on July 20, 2020
This series will explore basic concepts of animal welfare and why 4-H youth involved in animal projects should understand this subject.
Animal welfare for youth: Part 7 – Evaluating animal welfare scenarios

Published on July 20, 2020
This series will explore basic concepts of animal welfare and why 4-H youth involved in animal projects should understand this subject.
Am I running a commercial farm?

Published on July 17, 2020
Know the difference between hobby and commercial farming, and the IRS expectations of each type of farm.