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Why do animals do what they do? Part 1: Introduction
Published on March 31, 2015
Explore animal behaviors that can be puzzling to humans, but make complete sense to animals. -
Why do animals do what they do? Part 2: A herd is good
Published on March 31, 2015
Herds are beneficial for prey animals for many reasons. Understanding our animal’s behavior and why they act in certain ways helps minimize stress in moving, handling and housing. -
Pork Producers have another option for disinfecting against PEDv
Published on March 25, 2015
Accel disinfectant shows promise in eliminating porcine epidemic diarrhea virus (PEDV) in the presence of organic matter. -
Has hydrocarbon production and supplies met 2003 forecast?
Published on March 24, 2015
Current oil and gas energy production and supplies are much greater than 2003 forecasts. -
2015 Agriculture Labor and Farm Safety Meetings
Published on February 16, 2015
Upcoming Agriculture Labor and Farm Safety Meetings will be held in Bad Axe and Shepherd, Michigan. -
Feeding our crops, protecting our water in a changing climate
Published on February 3, 2015
Providing nutrients to crops is essential to farming practices, but is there a way to control water run off with better on-farm management tools? -
Why farmers farm
Published on February 3, 2015
Farmers across Michigan were asked why do you farm? -
Resolve to get business counseling in the New Year
Published on December 31, 2014
The MSU Product Center is the go-to place for food, agriculture, bio-economy, and natural resources-based business counseling. -
Thank you to Michigan farmers this holiday
Published on December 23, 2014
When you set out your milk and cookies for Santa, bake your ham, eat your vegetables and enjoy a holiday feast, be sure to thank the farmers that brought these products to your table. -
Breakfast on the Farm visits lead to better understanding and confidence in modern crop production
Published on December 15, 2014
Recent surveys show Breakfast on the Farm impacts the impression and knowledge participants have on modern crop production. -
Grow-finish swine production: Viable pieces of the business
Published on December 12, 2014
The Grow-Finish Production – Viable Pieces of the Business educational program is set to take place in four locations across the state starting Jan. 19, 2015. -
Developing an on-farm energy management strategy
Published on December 3, 2014
Power companies and the Federal government continue to target agriculture in an unprecedented effort to entice farmers to implement energy conservation practices. -
Farm succession planning demands that we step up our communication
Published on November 19, 2014
Everyone knows good communication is important in relationships and business, but throw succession planning into the mix and you’ll discover just how important it is. -
Landowner survey determines impacts of oil and gas leasing negotiation efforts Part 2: Lease royalty
Published on October 23, 2014
Results of a survey sent by Michigan State University Extension in 2013 to 130 landowners in 19 Michigan counties determines their activities in oil and gas leasing negotiation regarding the lease royalty. -
Bringing home the bacon: Celebrating National Pork Month
Published on October 17, 2014
October is the perfect time to bring home the bacon, ham, tenderloin and all the other delicious cuts to celebrate National Pork Month! -
Farm Bill compliance dates announced
Published on October 10, 2014
2014 Farm Bill safety net programs have several compliance dates now being announced by the USDA FSA that farm landowners and tenant operators need to know. -
Landowners determine impacts of oil and gas leasing negotiation efforts in survey
Published on October 10, 2014
Results of a survey sent to 130 landowners in 19 Michigan counties determines their activities in oil and gas leasing and their sources of assistance information. -
MSU helps kids understand agriculture and natural resource sciences
Published on October 6, 2014
The MSU Upper Peninsula Research and Extension Center provides a showcase for elementary students to learn about agriculture science. -
September 2014 Landowner Oil and Gas Newsletter
Published on September 23, 2014
The September 2014 issue of the Landowner Oil and Gas newsletter features development Q&A, information on pipeline rights of ways and a leasing activity update. -
Tax plan now to avoid problems later
Published on September 18, 2014
Farms that have seen good commodity prices and profits along with Dairy and Beef prices at all-time highs are vulnerable for some real tax issues in 2014.