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Thinking about your 4-H swine project? Think about PEDv
Published on March 12, 2014
PEDv may impact how you purchase and move your 4-H pigs this season. -
Promoting agriculture every day
Published on March 6, 2014
Agricultural promotion happens each day in numerous ways. Just one example of the importance of sharing ideas and messages about agricultural promotion comes from a recent statewide 4-H event. -
2014 Agriculture Labor and Farm Safety Meetings
Published on February 28, 2014
Three upcoming Agriculture Labor and Farm Safety Meetings will be held in Bad Axe, Shepherd and Cadillac. -
Utility rebates complement New Farm Bill energy conservation funding for farmers
Published on February 28, 2014
The new Farm Bill increases funding for energy conservation practice implementation. Complementary funding can be obtained through utility rebates and technical assistance programs. -
Oil and gas attorney survey indicates reduction in potential post production cost by negotiation
Published on February 14, 2014
MSU Extension surveyed oil and gas attorneys indicating that 56 percent reduced potential royalty deductions from post production costs by at least 75 percent. -
Nitrogen use efficiency is the stewardship goal for this critical soil nutrient
Published on February 13, 2014
Nitrogen use efficiency is the stewardship goal for this critical soil nutrient. -
Increasing propane prices are impacting pig producer’s bottom line
Published on February 10, 2014
With winter weather continuing to hang around, pork producers are looking for ways to save fuel and reduce their overall energy bill. -
A changing perspective in farm land rental rates
Published on February 7, 2014
For more than 20 years, farm land values have continued to move higher, mirroring the changes in commodity prices and interest rates. These double digit increases will need to slow. -
December 2013 Michigan State University Extension Oil and Gas Newsletter now available
Published on February 7, 2014
The December 2013 Michigan State University Extension Oil and Gas Newsletter discusses a correction to mineral owner contracts, an MDNR FAQ session and royalty negotiations. -
Resources available on winter spreading
Published on February 7, 2014
Livestock producers looking to spread manure this winter should look into these resources. -
Consumer education is all in a day’s work on and off the farm
Published on January 30, 2014
In addition to the daily chores on the farm, it is important for farmers to work on educating the public about who they are, what they do and why it matters. -
Local meat producers have more options for their meat products
Published on January 27, 2014
Farmers who raise and sell their meat locally have more control over their marketing decisions, and receive higher prices for their product than those selling to buyers outside their regions, says USDA. -
An inside look at pork processing
Published on January 23, 2014
A video tour inside a pork processing operation brings transparency to the process. -
Reducing the risks associated with winter manure application
Published on January 17, 2014
Michigan State University Extension reminds livestock farmers to take extra precautions with winter manure applications. -
Dependable information for beginning farmers – where can it be found?
Published on December 30, 2013
Research-based information sources are a good place to start. -
MAEAP Verified farms stand out through an affiliation with online MarketMaker
Published on December 27, 2013
MAEAP-verified producers can enhance their visibility by making an affiliation using on-line MarketMaker. -
New restrictions for antimicrobial use in animal agriculture
Published on December 27, 2013
On December 11, 2013, the FDA issued a guidance that will impact the labeling of drugs for use in animal agriculture. Where does that leave producers and their veterinarians? -
What type of nutrient plan does your farm need?
Published on December 27, 2013
There are two types of nutrient plans that Michigan farms can have, Nutrient Management Plan and Comprehensive Nutrient Management Plan. -
What’s that pipe in my backyard?
Published on December 27, 2013
Abandoned wells pose a great risk to our water supply. -
Components of a Comprehensive Nutrient Management Plan
Published on December 27, 2013
It takes 13 steps to build a comprehensive nutrient management plan.