News
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Plant and soil service labs open during COVID-19 shutdowns
Published on March 30, 2020
MSU’s Plant & Pest Diagnostics and Soil and Plant Nutrient Laboratory remain open during “Stay Home, Stay Safe” executive order.
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Agriculture support labs still open for business, with modifications
Published on March 27, 2020
As the pandemic of COVID-19, the infectious disease caused by novel coronavirus, impacts farmers’ ability to get ready for planting season, labs and other support aids remain open with limitations.
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Protecting yourself and your farm employees from COVID-19
Published on March 27, 2020
Considerations to help producers protect themselves, their families and employees from novel coronavirus, the virus that causes the infectious disease COVID-19.
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Farm biosecurity basics: Keeping employees healthy
Published on March 26, 2020
On a field crop farm, the goal of biosecurity is to keep the owners, operators and staff safe and healthy.
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Bine and Dine! Monthly Hop webinar series
Published on March 25, 2020
Join live for monthly hop growing tips and best management practices.
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COVID-19 and food safety: Common questions from fruit and vegetable growers
Published on March 20, 2020
Novel coronavirus, the virus that causes the infectious disease COVID-19, is on every grower’s mind. Here are answers to common questions about how to approach handwashing and sanitation on produce farms.
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COVID-19: Where can agricultural employers go to stay current on the infectious disease caused by novel coronavirus?
Published on March 19, 2020
The COVID-19 situation continues to change daily and staying current on the latest changes for agricultural workers can be difficult.
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Cultivating resilience: On the farm and in the community
Published on March 18, 2020
Michigan Field Crops "In the Weeds" podcast provides convenient education to critical issues facing farmers. This second series will explore conservation practices that build soil and our relationships with our communities.
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Dairy Grazing Apprenticeship seeks to train veterans
Published on March 17, 2020
Opportunities in the dairy industry provide veterans with meaningful careers after service.
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Risks posed by cats on produce farms
Published on March 16, 2020
Many farmers rely on cats to control rodents on farms, limiting crop loss and reducing other produce safety risks from rodents. However, cats bring risks of their own. Here’s how you can reduce those risks.
