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The basics of lagoons and anaerobic digester clean out

Published on April 25, 2024
Advice for sampling and cleanout for lagoons and anaerobic digesters and safety considerations.
Swine Producers and Veterinarians, We Need Your Insights in Shaping the Future of Pork Production.

Published on April 4, 2024
A multi-state effort is underway to understand better knowledge and educational needs of small swine producers and small swine herd veterinarians.
Small swine farm management of pigs in spring and summer

Published on March 14, 2024
Helpful tips to keep your swine herd healthy in the spring and summer seasons.
Small swine farm manure management in the summer

Published on March 14, 2024
Best practices to keep manure in check for your swine herd in the summer season.
What do Americans think of using precision livestock farming technology on U.S. swine farms?

Published on March 7, 2024
Perception of United States public on precision livestock farming.
Basic types of ventilation in swine barns

Published on March 4, 2024
What type of ventilation would be better for my production?
The color of meat depends on myoglobin: Part 1

Published on March 1, 2024
Myoglobin is the iron-rich protein that gives meat its color.
Dates on meat packages – Sell by, use by, freeze by, packaged on, expiration date

Published on March 1, 2024
Ever wonder why different food has different indicator dates on the package and what they mean?
Biological, chemical and physical hazards assessed with HACCP

Published on March 1, 2024
Part of a Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) plan is a comprehensive hazard assessment.
Management Over Medication: Fall and winter manure handling and storage tips for small swine farms

Published on February 19, 2024
How to properly handle swine manure on a small farm in the fall and winter seasons.
Unwavering loyalty: Piglet devotion to the chosen sow teat

Published on January 16, 2024
Health impacts of piglets choosing a teat from their mother sow.
Will precision livestock farming be adopted on swine farms?

Published on November 21, 2023
Results from a nationwide swine farmer and veterinarian Precision livestock farming (PLF) acceptance survey.
Michigan State University Extension hires statewide compost systems educator

Published on November 17, 2023
New compost systems educator Eliza Hensel brings a community approach to composting.
Management over Medication: Wintering your small swine facility

Published on November 17, 2023
Thermal regulation of swine is essential for winter months. It is critical to productivity and should be considered as we approach winter.
Understanding cortisol, the stress hormone

Published on November 10, 2023
In today's fast-paced world, understanding and managing cortisol is the key to reducing stress, boosting your overall health and enhancing your quality of life.
MSU Extension announces statewide public listening sessions in November and December

Published on November 6, 2023
Staff, partners and members of the public alike are encouraged to attend and voice their ideas to help shape the future of Extension.
Farm resilience starts with a solid financial foundation

Published on November 3, 2023
How the MSU Extension Farm Business Management Team and their resources can help farms build resiliency.
Agriservice professionals play important role in suicide prevention

Published on October 4, 2023
Support for farmers starts with the relationships they already have.
USDA offers farms with FSA loans an opportunity to ease repayment distress

Published on September 19, 2023
Cash Flow-Based Assistance can help reset the clock on loan payments.
El USDA ofrece a los agricultores que tienen préstamos con la FSA la oportunidad de facilitar el apremio por la devolución del dinero

Published on September 19, 2023
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