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Michigan 4-H Foundation offers mini-grants up to $1,000 for local programs
Published on April 2, 2021
The Michigan 4-H Foundation has announced grant and award opportunities of up to $1,000 to support local 4-H clubs and county programs for the 2021-2022 program year. -
Help your horse shed its winter coat
Published on March 3, 2021
As spring draws near, horses will begin to shed their thick winter coats. Consider these suggestions to speed up the process or to just help your horse along. -
How to catch a loose horse
Published on January 8, 2021
Keep these tips in mind if you ever find yourself needing to catch a loose horse. -
Top four strategies for keeping your 4-H animal projects healthy in cold weather
Published on December 8, 2020
Use these four steps to help keep your 4-H animals healthy during the long Michigan winters. -
Showcasing the science in animal science
Published on December 8, 2020
Take a deeper look at the science involved in animal production. -
Defining horse jargon: Movement terms
Published on September 29, 2020
Dispel confusing horse jargon by defining commonly used terms related to movement. -
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. -
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. -
Michigan State University Extension releases COVID-19 Hazard Assessment and Mitigation Program (CHAMP) e-tool to support the agriculture industry
Published on June 24, 2020
The MSU Extension CHAMP e-tool will assist farms and businesses involved in agriculture with developing a written COVID-19 control plan. -
New online series in livestock education
Published on May 28, 2020
A new seven-part series focuses on livestock daily care, nutrition and showmanship.