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How do I dispose of my mortalities?
Published on June 13, 2018
Learn about disposal options for farm mortalities according to the Michigan Bodies of Dead Animals Act. -
Livestock exhibitors have a role in keeping people and pigs healthy
Published on June 12, 2018
Using simple biosecurity and good hygiene practices will help prevent pigs and people from getting sick and spreading disease. -
Good hygiene is important for exhibitors and the public when working with swine exhibits
Published on June 12, 2018
Disease can spread quickly when pigs from different areas are comingled at events like county fairs and jackpot shows. -
Simple precautions can help protect people from influenza
Published on June 12, 2018
People who come into contact with animals should use good hygiene practices to prevent exposure to influenza viruses. -
Take Care of Humans in the “Hog Days of Summer"!
Published on June 1, 2018
Do not overlook your own needs while working in extreme hot or cold weather conditions. -
Transport of Pigs in Spring and Summer Months
Published on June 1, 2018
As the warmer months slowly approach, it is important to review transport conditions of pigs in spring and summer months particularly to reduce in-transit loss. -
Quality assurance – Awareness by making all on the farm aware of what’s in the feed and water
Published on June 1, 2018
Contract growers and all farm animal caretakers should be aware of every time there is a pharmacologic in the feed or water. -
MSU Extension forms task force for responding to livestock transportation accidents
Published on May 25, 2018
First responders, law officers and transportation crews receive training to better respond to transportation accidents involving livestock -
Introducing the Youth for the Quality Care of Animals Program
Published on May 25, 2018
A multi-species educational resource focusing on food safety, animal well-being and character development is available for youth. -
MSU Product Center serves a growing Michigan value-added agriculture
Published on May 23, 2018
MSU Product Center Food-Ag-Bio provides business development services and strategic research in the food, agriculture and natural resource sectors in Michigan. -
Don’t become another deadly statistic
Published on May 23, 2018
Farm safety is even more critical when employee numbers are down and farmers are asking more of everyone, even their children. -
Biosecurity—as easy as 1, 2, 3!
Published on May 17, 2018
Biosecurity related to 4-H projects is a matter of high priority. Taking simple precautions will protect animals, members and consumers. -
FAQ regarding the New Worker Protection Standard — Part 2
Published on May 8, 2018
The new respirator requirements for the updated Worker Protection Standard requires growers complete a respirator fit test annually. -
FAQ regarding the New Worker Protection Standard – Part 1
Published on May 8, 2018
As of January 2018, three requirements were added to the Worker Protection Standard. -
Michigan small farm newsletter
Published on May 1, 2018
A new newsletter aimed at small-scale farmers is now available from Michigan State University Extension. -
Michigan Agricultural Mediation Program offers free services to producers
Published on April 26, 2018
The Michigan Agricultural Mediation Program is helpful if issues arise with lenders, creditors or the USDA agencies over loans, credit, wetland determinations, farm program compliance, crop insurance or other agriculture-related topics. -
Northwestern Michigan Spring Cover Crop Field Day on May 10
Published on April 25, 2018
The fourth field walk of the season will focus on cover crop techniques for Northwest Lower Peninsula. -
What factors influence the odors in manure?
Published on April 19, 2018
Beyond the manure itself, there are measureable and descriptive ways to describe the odors of manure as well as how and why people perceive these odors certain ways -
What is the economic value of your manure?
Published on April 17, 2018
Key principles and points that growers can use determine the economic value of manure. -
Pasture ponds, horses and algae. Oh my!
Published on April 4, 2018
Protect your livestock from potential illness carried in pasture ponds. Protect pasture ponds from erosion and contamination caused by livestock.