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Disinfectant strategies for swine facilities
Published on December 14, 2018
Cold, wet weather brings added pressure on swine health due to viral infections. -
Creating an online Profile easy as 1, 2, 3, 4 on the New MarketMaker: Part 2
Published on December 11, 2018
Food-related business operators can easily set up online profiles on the new and improved MarketMaker in just a few steps. -
Preventing and preparing for barn fires
Published on December 11, 2018
Have you ever thought about how you can prevent a fire in your barn? Read this tips for reducing the risk and being prepared for a barn fire. -
Do you run a food-related business? Check out the new MarketMaker web tool: Part 1
Published on December 11, 2018
MarketMaker has a new look and has been updated with new search features to link food markets across the U.S. -
Feeding the world in 2050 and beyond – Part 1: Productivity challenges
Published on December 3, 2018
Increasing productivity is a more sustainable approach to feeding the global population in 2050. -
Agricultural economic situation placing pressure on producers
Published on November 21, 2018
Current agricultural prices are having detrimental economic and psychological effects. Producers have made adjustments in a number of ways, but when this situation will change in their favor is unclear. -
A look at agricultural statistics in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
Published on November 1, 2018
A check-in with the Michigan field office of the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service shows a relatively small, but important farming sector across the region. -
A day to recognize farmers
Published on October 4, 2018
Oct. 12 is National Farmer's Day, a time to recognize the farmers who continue on in spite of the hardships. -
Preparing your barn for winter - Pest management series part one
Published on October 1, 2018
This 4-part series will address different areas of pest management and assist farmers with building and maintaining a pest management plan that is feasible for their options. -
Preparing your barn for winter - Pest management series part four
Published on October 1, 2018
This 4-part series will address different areas of pest management and assist farmers with building and maintaining a pest management plan that is feasible for their options. -
Preparing your barn for winter - Pest management series part two
Published on October 1, 2018
This 4-part series will address different areas of pest management and assist farmers with building and maintaining a pest management plan that is feasible for their options. -
Preparing your barn for winter - Pest management series part three
Published on October 1, 2018
This 4-part series will address different areas of pest management and assist farmers with building and maintaining a pest management plan that is feasible for their options. -
Potential use of essential oils as an alternative to feed grade antibiotics in pork production
Published on September 20, 2018
Can essential oils essentially replace antibiotics for pigs? -
The dangers of manure gas and strategies for mitigation
Published on September 18, 2018
Many farms are emptying out manure storages this fall and the potential for manure gas intoxication is ever present. -
Making wise renewable energy and energy conservation investment decisions
Published on September 14, 2018
Web-based educational resources available to farmers. -
Gratiot County hires new swine Extension educator
Published on September 4, 2018
Michigan State University Extension is excited to welcome, Casey Zangaro, to the Gratiot County MSU Extension Office -
Use of antibiotics administered in water to pigs in the Post-VFD era
Published on August 6, 2018
Basic use and management of water medications for pigs. -
Influenza Can Affect Pigs and People
Published on July 23, 2018
Understanding the difference between seasonal influenza and infection with a variant strain of influenza is important during the summer fair season. -
Are all swine deworming products made equal?
Published on July 23, 2018
As we roll into county fair and exhibition time in Michigan, youth exhibitors should deworm their animals using the best options available. -
Be aware: Summer months can lead to heat stress
Published on July 17, 2018
Heat stress in pigs can lead to production losses and even death, but can be managed through sound husbandry.