MSU Extension Pork

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  Pork Producers Should Be Concerned with Preventing African Swine Fever

  Published on January 27, 2022
  The Secure Pork Supply program provides farmers with the tools to be prepared for a foreign animal disease outbreak.

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  Crickets, Pot, and Pigs! Oh My! A View of 2022…

  Published on January 5, 2022
  There has never been a time in history with as much going on in food safety and food law. Scott Haskell lists over 20 issues that industry and regulators need to look out for in 2022. How many of these directly relate to your organization?

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  Protect your swine herd by washing and disinfecting vehicles returning from processing plants, buying stations or other farms

  Published on December 21, 2021
  Washing, disinfecting, and drying of transportation vehicles returning from processing plants, buying stations or other farms is a critical biosecurity step in swine disease prevention.

• Simple biosecurity tips for your small swine farm

  Published on December 21, 2021
  Biosecurity tips for small pork producers.

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  Can precision livestock farming help optimize farm labor?

  Published on December 20, 2021
  Farmers understand “running to where the trouble is” and new technology with promising results can help.

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  Update on antimicrobials sold for use in pigs

  Published on December 9, 2021
  Based on U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s most recent Summary Report, sales of medically important antibiotics for use in pigs increased 9% in 2019.

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  Protecting animals and people from the spread of zoonotic disease

  Published on December 1, 2021
  Resources are available to help organizers of jackpot, one day shows and exhibition events lower the risk of disease spread at their event.

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  MSU to host virtual field day on practical strategies for responsible use of antimicrobials in livestock production

  Published on October 8, 2021
  October 26 event titled "Management Over Medication in Livestock Production" will focus on practical strategies for responsible use of antimicrobials in food animals raised on farms of any size, and why this is important

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  South Campus Animal Farms provides facilities to support MSU teaching, research, outreach missions

  Published on October 6, 2021
  Infrastructure upgrades expand research capabilities, teaching opportunities

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  Protecting the health and safety of Michigan’s agriculture and floriculture industries

  Published on September 17, 2021
  Michigan State University Extension develops processes to reduce the impact of COVID-19 on Michigan’s Agriculture and Floriculture workforce.

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  To Beef or Not to Beef? That is the Question

  Published on September 16, 2021
  Should “cultured meat” be labeled identically to traditional meat? The United States Department of Agriculture Food Safety Inspection Service (USDA FSIS) is asking for your thoughts.

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  Animal confinement is a priority when assisting an accident involving livestock

  Published on September 15, 2021
  Animal confinement is critical for the safety of first responders and the public when dealing with accidents involving livestock.

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  Tax planning in the summer? Starting early could yield results

  Published on August 26, 2021
  Taking the time to evaluate your tax situation now can yield big dividends when you finalize your tax management plan at the end of the year.

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  MSU Extension animal agriculture team focuses on providing assistance during time of disruption for the livestock industry

  Published on August 21, 2021
  MSU Extension animal agriculture team assists farmers with managing risk, operation flow, and addresses industry disruption while protecting the economic stability of animal agriculture operations across Michigan.

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  Addressing labor challenges together

  Published on August 17, 2021
  Help us understand the current workforce needs of agricultural operations across Michigan.

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  Fair organizers are asked to keep biosecurity awareness in mind during the county fair

  Published on August 9, 2021
  When comingling animals at exhibition events, there is a potential for disease spread. Exhibitors and fair organizers should keep biosecurity practices in mind to help prevent potential outbreaks from happening.

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  African Swine Fever outbreak in the Dominican Republic spurs the need for enhanced biosecurity on swine farms in the U.S.

  Published on August 4, 2021
  The first outbreak of African Swine Fever in the Western Hemisphere in nearly 40 years requires all U.S. swine farmers to prioritize and enhance biosecurity practices aimed at protecting the health of their herds.

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  UPDATE: Progress toward PRRSv-resistant pigs

  Published on July 26, 2021
  Swine producers are well aware of the devastating effects that Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome Virus (PRRSv) can have on their herd.

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  MSU Extension animal agriculture team focuses on preparedness for the livestock industry

  Published on July 26, 2021
  When tragedy strikes while hauling animals, having trained responders, proper tools, and equipment and knowing how to manage the emergency situation are key to having an effective and efficient response to the emergency.

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  Animal welfare at the fair: Water consumption

  Published on July 22, 2021
  Learn ways to keep animals drinking and hydrated during the fair.

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