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The Proud Equestrians Program makes a difference in Huron and other counties throughout Michigan
Published on April 6, 2018
Did you know that on weekdays during the summer a group of horse owners and volunteers work together to provide a therapeutic horseback riding program for those with disabilities in counties all over Michigan? -
Pasture ponds, horses and algae. Oh my!
Published on April 4, 2018
Protect your livestock from potential illness carried in pasture ponds. Protect pasture ponds from erosion and contamination caused by livestock. -
Being a good horse hay buyer (or seller)
Published on March 29, 2018
Working together to optimize the hay buying and selling experience. -
Environmentally friendly horse farms
Published on March 22, 2018
Express your horse farm’s commitment to protecting the environment by participating in the Michigan Agriculture Environmental Assurance Program (MAEAP). -
Be smart when farming near underground pipelines and utilities
Published on March 16, 2018
Spring means deep tillage, trenching, posthole digging, tile-laying, building and other earth-moving activities on the farm. Be aware of pipeline and utility safety issues and call 811 when needed. -
REGISTER NOW for a crash course for feeding your horse
Published on March 12, 2018
Michigan State University Extension equine specialist Dr. Christine Skelly will lead four week online Crash Course for Feeding Your Horse April 9 – May 4, 2018 -
Nurse crops for new alfalfa or mixed hay seedings
Published on March 5, 2018
If you’re thinking about a nurse crop with your new hay seeding, consider the pros and cons first. -
Register for feeding your horse for optimal health workshop
Published on February 19, 2018
Register now for feeding your horse for optimal health workshop held Thursday, March 8, 2018. -
Forages poised to be shining star for field crop profitability in 2018 for Michigan
Published on February 16, 2018
Forage meetings throughout Michigan during March 2018 will highlight profitability opportunities with alfalfa and corn silages for farmers. -
2017 Michigan Forage Variety Test Report now available
Published on February 14, 2018
Forage producers can increase profitability by using the best forage varieties available.