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MSU Extension to host training on emergency response to accidents involving livestock May 18 in Imlay City
, April 11, 2024
MSU Extension offers training for first responders, law enforcement officials and others on responding to accidents involving livestock
, March 8, 2024
Veterinary Feed Directive at 5 years: swine producer and veterinarian survey exploring how VFD guidelines have affected swine herd health and management practices in Michigan
, May 5, 2023
Use of medically important antimicrobials in food-producing animals has declined significantly since implementation of Veterinary Feed Directive guidelines
, February 3, 2023
MSU Extension offers learning opportunities for small, medium and large farms
, January 27, 2023
Minimizing impacts of higher temperatures on pigs raised outdoors
, January 27, 2023
Protect your pigs from verminous pneumonia
, December 2, 2022
Law enforcement officers, first responders, animal control officers and others recently received specialized training on responding to accidents involving livestock
, October 26, 2022
Michigan State University Extension offers training for first responders, law enforcement officials and others on responding to accidents involving livestock
, September 7, 2022
Michigan to offer Pork Quality Assurance Plus advisor training for new version of PQA
, April 7, 2022
Protect your swine herd by washing and disinfecting vehicles returning from processing plants, buying stations or other farms
, December 21, 2021
Operations and events with people and animal interaction should follow proper biosecurity and hygiene practices
, December 16, 2021
Update on antimicrobials sold for use in pigs
, December 9, 2021
Protecting animals and people from the spread of zoonotic disease
, December 1, 2021
Fair organizers are asked to keep biosecurity awareness in mind during the county fair
, August 9, 2021
African Swine Fever outbreak in the Dominican Republic spurs the need for enhanced biosecurity on swine farms in the U.S.
, August 4, 2021
MSU Extension animal agriculture team focuses on preparedness for the livestock industry
, July 26, 2021
Lessons from a survey to assess FAD preparedness among pig owners in one Michigan county
, July 18, 2021
Controlling and Eliminating Mange Mite Infections in Pigs
, June 4, 2021
What to know about official identification for exhibition swine in 2021
, April 1, 2021
Updates for obtaining official identification for exhibition swine in 2021
, January 5, 2021
Annual Summary Report on antimicrobials sold for use in food-producing animals: key findings for swine producers
, October 23, 2020
Guidance for farmers on pandemic preparedness plans and the CHAMP tool
, September 18, 2020
Protect your farm from a serious disease outbreak
, August 3, 2020
Michigan State University Extension releases COVID-19 Hazard Assessment and Mitigation Program (CHAMP) e-tool to support the agriculture industry
, June 24, 2020
Significant flooding in Michigan has caused hardships for agriculture, MSU Extension responds.
, June 5, 2020
Novel coronavirus information for animal owners
, April 23, 2020
Pork from ractopamine-fed pigs is safe for consumption
, April 17, 2020
Protecting yourself and your farm employees from COVID-19
, March 27, 2020
Changes to Ractopamine usage for pigs at several county fairs and exhibitions part 1
, March 5, 2020
Reducing the risk of secondary contamination from Ractopamine part 3
, March 5, 2020
Important conversations to have with your feed supplier part 2
, March 5, 2020
What are Standard Operating Procedures, and why are they important to the swine industry
, January 14, 2020
Developing standard operating procedures for your swine facilities
, January 14, 2020
Michigan’s Pork Industry future: No more gestation stalls as of April 1, 2020
, December 19, 2019
Pest Control
, December 3, 2019
Veterinary feed directive - year one in review
, October 3, 2019
Veterinary Feed Directive – Year One in Review
, October 3, 2019
Youth exhibitors should consider deworming options for their show pigs: Deworming products for show pigs (Part 2)
, June 21, 2019
Youth exhibitors should consider deworming options for their show pigs: Other methods to increase the health of your animals (Part 3)
, June 21, 2019
Youth exhibitors should consider deworming options for their show pigs: Why are parasites a problem? (Part 1)
, June 21, 2019
Welcome Mike Reinke, IPM Educator for Fruits and Vegetables based in Berrien County
, May 7, 2019
Pork Quality Assurance plus advisor training offered in Michigan
, April 10, 2019
Disinfectant strategies for swine facilities
, December 14, 2018
Preparing your barn for winter - Pest management series part one
, October 1, 2018
Preparing your barn for winter - Pest management series part four
, October 1, 2018
Preparing your barn for winter - Pest management series part two
, October 1, 2018
Preparing your barn for winter - Pest management series part three
, October 1, 2018
Influenza Can Affect Pigs and People
, July 23, 2018
Are all swine deworming products made equal?
, July 23, 2018
Be aware: Summer months can lead to heat stress
, July 17, 2018
Good hygiene is important for exhibitors and the public when working with swine exhibits
, June 12, 2018
Livestock exhibitors have a role in keeping people and pigs healthy
, June 12, 2018
Simple precautions can help protect people from influenza
, June 12, 2018
MSU Extension forms task force for responding to livestock transportation accidents
, May 25, 2018
Introducing the Youth for the Quality Care of Animals Program
, May 25, 2018
Did the changes to veterinary feed directive regulations affect your farm?
, March 22, 2018
Stress and Transportation
, September 12, 2017
County fair-goers warned after reports of swine flu at Ohio county fair
, July 21, 2017
Biosecurity enhancements for county fairs when swine influenza is a concern
, July 19, 2017
Protecting pigs, people and the public
, July 18, 2017
Don’t wait, be ready! New antibiotic rules for 2017
, March 29, 2016
Pork Producers have another option for disinfecting against PEDv
, March 25, 2015
USDA federal order for mandatory report of PEDv
, July 21, 2014
What does the USDA Reporting Mandate for SECD mean for producers?
, July 21, 2014
The USDA helps create a universal PEDv language for the pork industry
, July 21, 2014
PEDv: Billions and billions of virus particles
, July 21, 2014
Transport Quality Assurance program recently updated
, April 3, 2014
Taking proper precautions prior to county fair and exhibition events can safeguard animal health
, March 14, 2014
Farrowing room production protocols that can impact your bottom line: Part 2
, November 27, 2013
Pork producers can renew PQA Plus certification online
, November 15, 2013
Farrowing room production protocols that can impact your bottom line: Part 1
, November 15, 2013
Fine tuning your management plan for substandard pigs
, June 19, 2013
Protect swine herds from PED with proper biosecurity protocols
, May 31, 2013
Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea – Don’t bring it home
, May 24, 2013
Update on Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea
, May 21, 2013
Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea found in the United States
, May 17, 2013
Protect people and pigs during the upcoming show and exhibition season
, May 2, 2013
Producers can utilize oral fluid collection for diagnostic work
, February 28, 2013
Basic steps for oral fluid collection on swine farms
, February 28, 2013
The Pork Quality Assurance Plus Program helps farmers produce safe, quality pork products
, December 3, 2012
Preparing hog barns for winter months
, December 3, 2012
What issues are on the horizon for livestock producers?
, October 1, 2012
Producers should prepare barns for winter weather conditions
, October 1, 2012
Identifying marginal pigs can help producers reduce feed costs
, August 31, 2012
Ways to help protect exhibition pigs from the spread of disease
, August 29, 2012
Biosecurity plans are needed for all types of pork producers
, August 29, 2012
Youth pork producers should be aware of disease spread during exhibition season
, August 29, 2012
Pork quality assurance programs show farmers committed to a safe food supply
, June 29, 2012
New research shows cost of PRRS infections in swine herds has increased for pork producers
, June 12, 2012
Time for a biosecurity tune-up on swine farms
, October 26, 2011
Pork producers need constant evaluation of biosecurity protocols
, October 26, 2011
Make disease management on swine farms a priority to maintain a high level of herd health
, October 26, 2011
Biosecurity risks should be evaluated and prioritized for each facility and production flow
, October 26, 2011
New technologies emerge in the battle against porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome
, September 6, 2011
Pork producers can utilize tools to evaluate biosecurity practices
, August 23, 2011
Information about labor needs on large-scale swine production units
, June 6, 2011
Handling and transportation methods on hog farms need assessment
, June 6, 2011
Pork producers and consumers team up to put safe, healthy, wholesome meals on the table
, May 25, 2011
Biosecurity standards on swine facilities can help improve production
, May 4, 2011
Strong communication skills are effective on-farm tools
, February 28, 2011
A disinfection and drying room can be your first defense against swine diseases
, February 26, 2011
Articles Featuring
Michigan farms may not cook and feed garbage to swine
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Protecting the health and safety of Michigan’s agriculture and floriculture industries
, September 17, 2021
Animal confinement is a priority when assisting an accident involving livestock
, September 15, 2021
Fight or flight: Stressed sheep will react differently
, September 10, 2021
Training program prepares responders for livestock transportation accidents
, September 14, 2020
Authored Documents
Management over Medication: Pest Management Program for Small Farms
, February 14, 2022
Biosecurity Practices for One-Day Livestock Shows
, November 30, 2021
Updates to Official Identification for Exhibition Swine 2021
, January 14, 2021
Pandemic Preparedness Plans and CHAMP Lite Tool
, August 26, 2020
Managing the Current Situation Webinar for Michigan Pork Industry
, June 9, 2020
Resources for Farms Impacted by Flooding
, June 1, 2020
Recommendations for Marketing Youth Animal Projects – Swine
, May 25, 2020
Options for Ractopamine testing for fairs and exhibitions
, April 28, 2020
Frequently asked questions on ractopamine eliminations
, March 13, 2020
Information on the impact of ractopamine elimination for county fairs and exhibitions
, March 13, 2020
Moving Nonambulatory Animals SOP
, November 22, 2019
Rodent Control SOP
, November 22, 2019
Piglet Processing SOP
, November 22, 2019
Treatment Management SOP
, November 22, 2019
Needle and Sharp Usage SOP
, November 22, 2019
Mortality Record Sheet
, November 22, 2019
Visitor and Service Persons Biosecurity Policy SOP
, November 22, 2019
Rodent Station Label
, November 22, 2019
Handling Equipment SOP
, November 22, 2019
Feeding and Watering SOP
, November 22, 2019
Farm Visitor Log-In Sheet
, November 22, 2019
Individual Caretaker Training Record
, November 22, 2019
Euthanasia Action Plan SOP
, November 22, 2019
Daily Observation SOP
, November 22, 2019
Daily Temperature Record Sheet
, November 22, 2019
Emergency Action Plan SOP
, November 22, 2019
Biosecurity Policy
, November 22, 2019
Caretaker Training
, November 22, 2019
Animal Care and Abuse Policy
, November 8, 2019
Euthanasia SOP
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