News

Preventing and preparing for barn fires

Published on December 11, 2018
Have you ever thought about how you can prevent a fire in your barn? Read this tips for reducing the risk and being prepared for a barn fire.
Wanted: Guard dog farmers

Published on December 6, 2018
We don’t want livestock farmers who are mean, but we do need determined and aggressive ones to combat preventable diseases.
Workshops on soil health management when budgets are tight offered throughout Upper Peninsula

Published on December 5, 2018
Attendees will receive soil health and cost reduction tips for the 2019 growing season.
Feed program efficiency: What's Your Role program to debut in St. Johns, Michigan

Published on December 5, 2018
In a depressed dairy economy, what areas of the feed program can the producer have a direct impact on maximizing efficiency and utilizing the resources already on the farm?
Feeding the world in 2050 and beyond – Part 1: Productivity challenges

Published on December 3, 2018
Increasing productivity is a more sustainable approach to feeding the global population in 2050.
Does BQA affect dairy farmers?

Published on November 27, 2018
Beef Quality Assurance has become a market access requirement for beef producers. But do dairy producers need to become certified in order to continue sending cattle for harvest?
Michigan Department of Natural Resources accepting input on wildlife conflicts and other concerns

Published on November 21, 2018
Agricultural producers have a number of opportunities throughout December to provide feedback to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources regarding wildlife conflicts and other natural resource management concerns.
Spotlight on agricultural education: Practicing non-formal agricultural education in rural schools

Published on November 21, 2018
When the FFA program is not available in your area, what other options exist?
Spotlight on agricultural education: Linking the school garden to the farm

Published on November 21, 2018
Teaching students about the seed cycle, commercial food production and careers in agriculture.
Agricultural economic situation placing pressure on producers

Published on November 21, 2018
Current agricultural prices are having detrimental economic and psychological effects. Producers have made adjustments in a number of ways, but when this situation will change in their favor is unclear.