• Euthanasia of Large Animals - Firearm

  Published on July 2, 2018
  Location and angle for humane euthanasia of large animals using a firearm.

• Weather - Drought

  Published on July 2, 2012
  The MSU Extension Weather – Drought resource page provides timely information to agricultural producers as weather conditions impact their operation.

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  Biosecurity for Livestock and Poultry Exhibitions

  Published on September 22, 2016
  Livestock exhibitions are an important part of agriculture in the United States.

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  Carcass Composting-A Guide to Mortality Management on Michigan Cattle Farms

  Published on November 17, 2015
  Cattle producers need to make decisions about mortality management on their farms and meet environmental compliance and societal expectations.

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  Cows, Streams, and E. Coli: What Everyone Needs to Know

  Published on November 16, 2015
  Contamination of water by bacteria is one of the leading causes of impairment in U.S. surface waters.

• Beef Cow Production Record (4H1339)

  Published on March 31, 2015
  This interactive form may be used for keeping birthing records of registered and grade beef cows. It provides space for cow identification number; birth date, number and sex of calves; and calf weight record.

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  Manure Management for Fairs and Exhibitions- Hauling, Spreading, and Composting

  Published on May 11, 2021
  Whether you are moving manure directly to a storage facility, transferring manure to a field for temporary stockpile, composting or applying manure, details matter: #3 in a series of four fact sheets for fairs and expos.

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  Grazing Management for Riparian Areas

  Published on November 16, 2015
  Riparian areas which surround streams are important sources of forage for grazing livestock.

• Michigan 4-H Animal Treatment Record Sheet

  Published on August 28, 2015
  Michigan 4-H'ers and other animal caretakers can use the Michigan 4-H Animal Treatment Record Sheet to record information about the animal's treatment history.

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  Guia de Bioseguridad para Visitas a Fincas Ganaderas

  Published on September 22, 2016
  This is the Spanish counterpart for the English bulletin E2842, Biosecurity Guide for Livestock Farm Visits.

• Euthanasia of Large Animals - Bolt Gun

  Published on July 2, 2018
  Location and angle for humane euthanasia of large animals using a penetrating captive bolt gun.

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  An Introduction to Regenerative Field Crop and Grazing Systems

  Published on July 11, 2024
  The need for more resilient food and farming systems has never been greater, causing more people to consider regenerative agricultural practices to improve productivity, profitability, and environmental outcomes.

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  MSU Extension provides workforce development opportunities for the animal agriculture industry

  Published on September 6, 2023
  Michigan State University Extension provides valuable services, programs and information for Michigan’s agriculture industry.

• Michigan 4-H Biological Sciences Project Snapshot (4H1622)

  Published on February 27, 2015
  The 4-H biological sciences project allows 4-H'ers to explore plant and animal life.

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  The Anatomy of a Soil Test Report

  Published on March 9, 2023
  A summary of how to understand a soil test report to help you best understand and analyze the results to make effective farm management and soil fertility decisions.

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  Biosecurity for dairy and beef cattle farms

  Published on April 12, 2024
  Preventive practices and early identification of sick cattle are essential to minimizing the spread of disease amongst individual animals and across herds.

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  Needs Assessment of Michigan Beef Industries

  Published on February 12, 2020
  The questions asked in the Beef Needs Assessment Survey Distributed across the state of Michigan during March, April, May of 2019 are on the following pages.

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  The Outlook for Michigan Agriculture 2024

  Published on March 29, 2024
  This analysis outlines the outlook for agriculture with a particular emphasis on commodities of particular importance to Michigan in 2024.

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  Livestock Budget Estimator Beef (Simple)

  Published on August 14, 2021
  A farm budget decision tool for beef producers.

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  Crossbreeding Systems for Beef Cattle

  Published on October 26, 2015
  Crossbreeding can increase levels of production in livestock in two ways: 1. Complementarity and 2. Heterosis