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African Swine Fever: What you need to know

Published on May 30, 2019
African Swine Fever has affected the pork industry in several countries overseas. Knowing the signs and symptoms can help youth exhibitors keep their swine project healthy.
Become a grillmaster by using a food thermometer

Published on May 30, 2019
Meat quality and the overall eating experience can be improved by using a food thermometer to determine doneness and improve safety at the same. time
USDA Cost Share Program now open for certified organic farmers

Published on May 8, 2019
USDA Certified Organic farmers may receive partial reimbursement of fees paid for certification. This program is open through Oct. 31, 2019. Farms or food businesses that have more than one certification are eligible to request cost share for each.
Early career agribusiness professional development training available

Published on May 8, 2019
Bridging the Experience Gap is an educational program for young professionals involved in agriculture who want to sharpen their skills and better understand production systems.
National workshop explores challenges and opportunities for enhancing the climate resilience of agriculture

Published on April 12, 2019
MSU leads a climate listening session for agricultural technical advisors who are helping farmers adapt to changes in the climate during the National Adaption Forum, April 23-25, 2019, in Madison, Wisconsin.
Pork Quality Assurance plus advisor training offered in Michigan

Published on April 10, 2019
People interested in becoming a certified Pork Quality Assurance Advisor Should Attend a Training Scheduled May 2019
Farm transition is a lot like investing – start early!

Published on April 5, 2019
The emotional and financial transitioning of farms to the next generation can be difficult. The best way to make it easier is to start the conversation early.
Managing manure storage structures

Published on March 15, 2019
Assess and monitor outdoor liquid manure storage during the rainy season.
Part 2 of mycotoxins in swine feed: Zearalenone

Published on March 5, 2019
What you don’t want in your pig feed. This series talks about two of the major mycotoxins affecting the northern United States and a part on how to alleviate their effects in the feed.
Part 1 of mycotoxins in swine feed: Deoxynivalenol

Published on March 5, 2019
What you don’t want in your pig feed. This series talks about two of the major mycotoxins affecting the northern United States and a part on how to alleviate their effects in the feed.
Part 3 of mycotoxins in swine feed: Alleviation tactics of mycotoxins

Published on March 5, 2019
What you don’t want in your pig feed. This series talks about two of the major mycotoxins affecting the northern United States and a part on how to alleviate their effects in the feed.
Developing the leaders you need

Published on February 18, 2019
When farm owners extend their view of employee development farther, much farther, they develop their business as they develop their employees.
Winter weather impacts make manure storage monitoring critical

Published on February 15, 2019
Due to the cold harsh winter, recent heavy rains, and snow melt, livestock producers should keep a close watch on manure storage structures and pumping equipment.
Am I up to the physical labor of starting a new farming business?

Published on December 20, 2018
Many farms are equipped with up-to-date, labor saving machines and equipment, but many tasks on smaller, start-up farms require a great deal of physical effort.
Employee harassment undermines teamwork

Published on December 17, 2018
Harassment of employees, whether sexually based or not, undermines teamwork and may set up employers for liability issues. It’s time to openly address this issue on all farms.
Disinfectant strategies for swine facilities

Published on December 14, 2018
Cold, wet weather brings added pressure on swine health due to viral infections.
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.
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.
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.