News

Confusion in the milk aisle: Whole milk or skim milk?

Published on July 9, 2018
Highlights on the benefits of milk consumption, regardless of what type of milk you’re consuming.
VFD survey - one month to go

Published on July 9, 2018
How do you feel about VFD rules? Take our survey and tell us.
When should I harvest my small grain forage?

Published on July 3, 2018
Decide what balance you need between yield and quality, then watch those peas-and-oats (or other small grain forages) closely to harvest them at the desired growth stage.
June is national dairy month

Published on June 26, 2018
This is a great time for families to take a closer look at their daily intake of dairy foods that help grow and maintain healthy bones and prevent osteoporosis.
Emergency forages – Part 3: Utilizing summer annual forage crops

Published on June 21, 2018
Plan carefully for successfully producing and utilizing emergency summer annual forages.
Emergency forages – Part 2: Millets

Published on June 21, 2018
Millets are an option when planting late to make up for spring-damaged forage crops.
Emergency forages – Part 1: Sudangrass, sorghum and hybrids

Published on June 21, 2018
Several options exist for Michigan farmers to make up for forage lost to severe spring weather.
Breakfast on the Farm hosts are preparing to open their doors to the public in August and September

Published on June 13, 2018
Michigan State University Extension Breakfast on the Farm (BOTF) hosts are getting ready to welcome visitors to the farm.
How do I dispose of my mortalities?

Published on June 13, 2018
Learn about disposal options for farm mortalities according to the Michigan Bodies of Dead Animals Act.
Goal-driven management

Published on June 11, 2018
What are the metrics by which you evaluate your farm performance each month? Does everyone on the farm know how the operation is doing? Maybe they should.