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Showcasing the science in animal science

Published on December 8, 2020
Take a deeper look at the science involved in animal production.
Virtual Ag-Citing Experience videos give youth a glimpse into where our food comes from

Published on December 2, 2020
Virtual Ag-Citing Experience videos will show people—young and old, in classrooms or home schools or well past school—how farmers raise animals and crops and give them a sneak peek into where our food comes from.
A new online record keeping tool is available for conservation planning

Published on November 3, 2020
The Computer Assisted Nutrient Management Planning Program (CANMaPP) is a free, online record keeping tool available to help track on-farm conservation practices.
MSU entomologist receives grant to study control of Eastern Equine Encephalitis

Published on October 12, 2020
Ned Walker, a professor in the MSU Department of Entomology, has received a $100,000 grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to examine insecticide-treated resting stations that kill mosquitoes carrying Eastern Equine Encephalitis.
Defining horse jargon: Movement terms

Published on September 29, 2020
Dispel confusing horse jargon by defining commonly used terms related to movement.
Wading into grazing

Published on September 18, 2020
Management for water quality protection.
Overwhelmed by horse manure? If you answered yes, it may be time to reevaluate your current management practices.

Published on September 18, 2020
Michigan State University Extension has developed a resource a document to help equine owners feel more confident in managing horse manure.
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.
Training program prepares responders for livestock transportation accidents

Published on September 14, 2020
After several accidents with livestock trailers in Michigan and neighboring states in recent years, MSU Extension educators brought their expertise together to create a training program to deal with the challenge.
Update: Eastern equine encephalitis reported in Michigan horses

Published on August 26, 2020
Vaccinate your horse to protect it from getting sick from eastern equine encephalitis.