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4-H Animal Care and Well-Being Guide released
Published on June 22, 2015
New resource regarding animal care and well-being to assist those who manage or participate in public events involving animals. -
Michigan has muscle when it comes to agriculture
Published on April 9, 2020
Michigan farmers produce 300 different crops, providing Michigan residents with a safe, secure and abundant food supply. -
Raising dairy steer calves for profitable beef production
Published on February 24, 2012
Dairy steer calves can be an economically viable enterprise on dairy farms or as a stand-alone beef production operation. Current beef prices offer opportunities raise dairy steer calves up to various weights at economical cost of production levels. -
Dry and wet weather management of sub-surface tile drains
Published on July 5, 2012
From design to installation to management, the Aug. 1-2 drainage management field day has plenty to offer. -
Great Lakes Cover Crop Initiative field days planned
Published on August 22, 2011
Learn more about cover crops and their benefits at one of two cover crop field days held on Saginaw Bay Watershed farms September 9 and 13. -
Guidance for farmers on pandemic preparedness plans and the CHAMP tool
Published on September 18, 2020
Find answers to common questions about operational requirements specified by Michigan Executive Orders. -
As temperatures soar remember to transport livestock with care
Published on July 25, 2011
Failure to consider hot weather transporting needs of livestock can lead to heat related health issues. Consider these tips to keep livestock comfortable. -
Storing manure on small farms – deciding on a storage option
Published on August 25, 2014
The capability to store manure reduces, or eliminates, the need to spread manure on a daily basis. Manure storage facilities allow small farms to store the manure until it can be removed and utilized at a later time. -
Unmanned aerial vehicles for precision agriculture
Published on September 12, 2013
Unmanned aerial vehicles are evolving into a robust tool for precision agriculture. Farmers throughout the world could benefit from this technology by becoming better managers of their production practices. -
How to get the most out of your baleage
Published on May 16, 2017
The latest management techniques to preserve forage with baleage will be featured at MSU Agriculture Innovation Day. -
Delayed crop harvest increases highway dangers
Published on November 27, 2013
The delayed harvest of grain crops in Michigan this year has put farm equipment operators and motorists at risk as they attempt to share the roadways in the month with the shortest daylight period of the year. -
Michigan Farm Energy Audit Program – Auditor training
Published on December 4, 2015
Audits performed by auditors certified by the Michigan Farm Energy Audit Program have increased the number of approved on-farm energy efficiency projects in Michigan. -
Retain more manure nitrogen by applying after soil temperatures fall below 50 degrees F
Published on November 1, 2011
Michigan State University's Enviro-weather aids in proper timing for manure application. -
Can you graze cover crops? Yes!
Published on February 27, 2013
The Michigan Forage Technology Conference on Thursday, March 7, will answer your questions about how to alleviate forage shortages through use of cover crops for grazing or hay. -
Early career agribusiness professional development training series available
Published on May 19, 2017
Bridging the Experience Gap is an educational program for young professionals involved in agriculture who want to sharpen their skills and better understand production systems. -
Increasing transparency through food dialogues
Published on November 29, 2012
The Food Dialogues - New York, sponsored by the U.S. Farmers and Ranchers Alliance (USFRA) on Nov. 15 is “food for thought” and available for viewing. -
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. -
More than projects at the county fair
Published on August 13, 2019
Look for opportunities to increase youth leadership at your local fair. -
Options abound for sub-surface drainage management
Published on August 22, 2012
Sub-surface drainage is vital to agricultural productivity. It’s also important to manage to ensure nutrients do not escape into the drains. -
Oil and gas leasing – what do land owners need to know?
Published on December 8, 2011
Since May 2010, there has been renewed interest by oil and gas companies to lease lands for oil and gas production across the state of Michigan. Many landowners are being contacted by oil and gas companies intent to lease their mineral rights, but have no