MSU Extension Organic Agriculture

News

• Safety of meat is not determined by production practices

  Published on June 21, 2012
  Meat that originates from organic, grass fed or pasture raised production systems does not mean it has less bacteria.

• Michigan grown produce is still available

  Published on June 19, 2012
  Michigan consumers will be able to enjoy Michigan grown fruits and vegetables, in spite of the spring weather.

• Tips to stay safe in the heat

  Published on June 18, 2012
  With the hot summer weather upon us, heat related issues can sneak up on people who work outdoors, especially farmers who may not have access to shade or air conditioning to cool down.

• Recognize the signs of heat stroke before it's too late

  Published on June 18, 2012
  Heat stroke is a serious condition that many farmers are at risk of experiencing, especially during the hot, humid days of a Michigan summer.

• Why are social media trends important to business owners?

  Published on June 15, 2012
  Knowledge of social media use trends will help small business operators target their marketing efforts.

• Managing social media: finding the right person

  Published on June 15, 2012
  If you have not yet taken your small business marketing mainstream with Facebook, Twitter and other forms of social media, recruit someone who enjoys it.

• The importance of scouting your fields

  Published on June 13, 2012
  Crop scouting keeps you on top of field conditions, helps you catch and diagnose problems early and allows for timely corrective action before major crop losses occur.

• Morrill Act turns 150 years old

  Published on June 12, 2012
  The Morrill Act made possible the creation of the land-grant schools and was signed by President Abraham Lincoln July 2, 1862.

• Urban farming is producing food and future leaders in Flint

  Published on June 11, 2012
  Tour urban farming in Flint and discover that it’s is not only growing food – it’s growing the community!

• Reminders for farm safety: Part Two

  Published on June 6, 2012
  One of the biggest dangers with machinery is the chance of entanglement from the PTO shaft.