News
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Successful farm transition requires getting the paperwork done
Published on July 9, 2013
Farms are normally a family business which makes it extra important to develop and implement an action plan to insure the farm can continue to the next generation. -
Congressional battle over the farm bill and dairy policy continues
Published on June 28, 2013
The Senate passed a farm bill while the House voted one down. -
Energizers for the grazing system
Published on June 27, 2013
Selecting the proper electric fencers for the grazing system is key to the success of the entire fencing system. -
Grinding and screening composted bones
Published on June 25, 2013
Mechanical screening and grinding of bones from finished mortality compost may be a future consideration. -
Breakfast on the Farm program draws record crowd
Published on June 21, 2013
Breakfast on the Farm kicked off its first 2013 event by drawing more than 3,000 attendees to the Reid Dairy Farm, LLC in Jeddo, Mich. -
Fine tuning your management plan for substandard pigs
Published on June 19, 2013
Providing proper care and environments for piglets can ease transition into the nursery phase. -
Information in the June 2013 issue of the MSU Extension oil and gas newsletter
Published on June 13, 2013
A new issue of the Michigan State University Extension oil and gas newsletter is now available. -
Protect swine herds from PED with proper biosecurity protocols
Published on May 31, 2013
Washing, disinfection and drying of transportation vehicles returning from processing plants is highly suggested. -
Direct marketing of meat can provide farmers with a greater share of the profit
Published on May 31, 2013
When direct marketing meat, it’s important to consider all of the costs involved. -
Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea – Don’t bring it home
Published on May 24, 2013
Swine herds have no immunity to new virus – Strict biosecurity is best method for prevention and control of PED. -
Update on Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea
Published on May 21, 2013
Strict biosecurity is best method for prevention and control of PED. -
Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea found in the United States
Published on May 17, 2013
Biosecurity alert for pork producers – swine herds have no immunity to new virus. -
Agriculture is expected to remain strong in the coming decade
Published on May 10, 2013
USDA projections indicate optimism for the agriculture industry. -
Protect people and pigs during the upcoming show and exhibition season
Published on May 2, 2013
Vaccinating your pigs for swine influenza can decrease the spread of the disease. -
Agriculture’s aging workforce presents personal safety concerns
Published on April 29, 2013
The average age of farm owner/operators continues to increase each year. Research shows that the single largest age category for work-related fatalities on farms is the 60+ age group. -
Interactive cash farmland lease template avoids pitfalls of verbal agreements
Published on April 26, 2013
Michigan State University Extension educators have created an interactive, written cash cropland lease template that can be completed using a home computer. -
Processing meat? You may need a variance to be legal
Published on April 26, 2013
Specialized meat processors need a variance from MDARD. Attend a training May 21, 2013 to learn about the application process. -
Having rib steak or rib chops for dinner tonight?
Published on April 26, 2013
Updated labeling of meat packages simplifies information for consumers. -
Social media has the opportunity to influence food preferences
Published on April 24, 2013
Market research shows that consumers are learning about food options through social media. -
Can combining mortality composting from two separate farms constitute a CAFO?
Published on April 23, 2013
Under current rules and regulations, the animal capacity and land base of both farms may together constitute a large CAFO.