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Simple biosecurity tips for your small swine farm
Published on December 21, 2021
Biosecurity tips for small pork producers. -
Protect your swine herd by washing and disinfecting vehicles returning from processing plants, buying stations or other farms
Published on December 21, 2021
Washing, disinfecting, and drying of transportation vehicles returning from processing plants, buying stations or other farms is a critical biosecurity step in swine disease prevention. -
Can precision livestock farming help optimize farm labor?
Published on December 20, 2021
Farmers understand “running to where the trouble is” and new technology with promising results can help. -
Update on antimicrobials sold for use in pigs
Published on December 9, 2021
Based on U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s most recent Summary Report, sales of medically important antibiotics for use in pigs increased 9% in 2019. -
Protecting animals and people from the spread of zoonotic disease
Published on December 1, 2021
Resources are available to help organizers of jackpot, one day shows and exhibition events lower the risk of disease spread at their event. -
MSU to host virtual field day on practical strategies for responsible use of antimicrobials in livestock production
Published on October 8, 2021
October 26 event titled "Management Over Medication in Livestock Production" will focus on practical strategies for responsible use of antimicrobials in food animals raised on farms of any size, and why this is important -
South Campus Animal Farms provides facilities to support MSU teaching, research, outreach missions
Published on October 6, 2021
Infrastructure upgrades expand research capabilities, teaching opportunities -
Protecting the health and safety of Michigan’s agriculture and floriculture industries
Published on September 17, 2021
Michigan State University Extension develops processes to reduce the impact of COVID-19 on Michigan’s Agriculture and Floriculture workforce. -
To Beef or Not to Beef? That is the Question
Published on September 16, 2021
Should “cultured meat” be labeled identically to traditional meat? The United States Department of Agriculture Food Safety Inspection Service (USDA FSIS) is asking for your thoughts. -
Animal confinement is a priority when assisting an accident involving livestock
Published on September 15, 2021
Animal confinement is critical for the safety of first responders and the public when dealing with accidents involving livestock. -
Tax planning in the summer? Starting early could yield results
Published on August 26, 2021
Taking the time to evaluate your tax situation now can yield big dividends when you finalize your tax management plan at the end of the year. -
MSU Extension animal agriculture team focuses on providing assistance during time of disruption for the livestock industry
Published on August 21, 2021
MSU Extension animal agriculture team assists farmers with managing risk, operation flow, and addresses industry disruption while protecting the economic stability of animal agriculture operations across Michigan. -
Addressing labor challenges together
Published on August 17, 2021
Help us understand the current workforce needs of agricultural operations across Michigan. -
Fair organizers are asked to keep biosecurity awareness in mind during the county fair
Published on August 9, 2021
When comingling animals at exhibition events, there is a potential for disease spread. Exhibitors and fair organizers should keep biosecurity practices in mind to help prevent potential outbreaks from happening. -
African Swine Fever outbreak in the Dominican Republic spurs the need for enhanced biosecurity on swine farms in the U.S.
Published on August 4, 2021
The first outbreak of African Swine Fever in the Western Hemisphere in nearly 40 years requires all U.S. swine farmers to prioritize and enhance biosecurity practices aimed at protecting the health of their herds. -
MSU Extension animal agriculture team focuses on preparedness for the livestock industry
Published on July 26, 2021
When tragedy strikes while hauling animals, having trained responders, proper tools, and equipment and knowing how to manage the emergency situation are key to having an effective and efficient response to the emergency. -
UPDATE: Progress toward PRRSv-resistant pigs
Published on July 26, 2021
Swine producers are well aware of the devastating effects that Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome Virus (PRRSv) can have on their herd. -
Animal welfare at the fair: Water consumption
Published on July 22, 2021
Learn ways to keep animals drinking and hydrated during the fair. -
Lessons from a survey to assess FAD preparedness among pig owners in one Michigan county
Published on July 18, 2021
Increase awareness and preparedness of pork producers for a foreign animal disease outbreak. -
Animal welfare at the fair: Heat stress
Published on July 14, 2021
Learn how to mitigate heat stress for animals during fair season.