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  Gratiot County hires new swine Extension educator

  Published on September 4, 2018

  Michigan State University Extension is excited to welcome, Casey Zangaro, to the Gratiot County MSU Extension Office

• Use of antibiotics administered in water to pigs in the Post-VFD era

  Published on August 6, 2018

  Basic use and management of water medications for pigs.

• Manure Hauler Field Day

  Published on July 30, 2018

  Manure hauler field day will emphasize operator & equipment safety and correct manure application.

• Influenza Can Affect Pigs and People

  Published on July 23, 2018

  Understanding the difference between seasonal influenza and infection with a variant strain of influenza is important during the summer fair season.

• Are all swine deworming products made equal?

  Published on July 23, 2018

  As we roll into county fair and exhibition time in Michigan, youth exhibitors should deworm their animals using the best options available.

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  Be aware: Summer months can lead to heat stress

  Published on July 17, 2018

  Heat stress in pigs can lead to production losses and even death, but can be managed through sound husbandry.

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  How do I dispose of my mortalities?

  Published on June 13, 2018

  Learn about disposal options for farm mortalities according to the Michigan Bodies of Dead Animals Act.

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  Simple precautions can help protect people from influenza

  Published on June 12, 2018

  People who come into contact with animals should use good hygiene practices to prevent exposure to influenza viruses.

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  Livestock exhibitors have a role in keeping people and pigs healthy

  Published on June 12, 2018

  Using simple biosecurity and good hygiene practices will help prevent pigs and people from getting sick and spreading disease.

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  Good hygiene is important for exhibitors and the public when working with swine exhibits

  Published on June 12, 2018

  Disease can spread quickly when pigs from different areas are comingled at events like county fairs and jackpot shows.

• Quality assurance – Awareness by making all on the farm aware of what’s in the feed and water

  Published on June 1, 2018

  Contract growers and all farm animal caretakers should be aware of every time there is a pharmacologic in the feed or water.

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  Take Care of Humans in the “Hog Days of Summer"!

  Published on June 1, 2018

  Do not overlook your own needs while working in extreme hot or cold weather conditions.

• Transport of Pigs in Spring and Summer Months

  Published on June 1, 2018

  As the warmer months slowly approach, it is important to review transport conditions of pigs in spring and summer months particularly to reduce in-transit loss.

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  MSU Extension forms task force for responding to livestock transportation accidents

  Published on May 25, 2018

  First responders, law officers and transportation crews receive training to better respond to transportation accidents involving livestock

• Introducing the Youth for the Quality Care of Animals Program

  Published on May 25, 2018

  A multi-species educational resource focusing on food safety, animal well-being and character development is available for youth.

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  Don’t become another deadly statistic

  Published on May 23, 2018

  Farm safety is even more critical when employee numbers are down and farmers are asking more of everyone, even their children.

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  MSU Product Center serves a growing Michigan value-added agriculture

  Published on May 23, 2018

  MSU Product Center Food-Ag-Bio provides business development services and strategic research in the food, agriculture and natural resource sectors in Michigan.

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  Biosecurity—as easy as 1, 2, 3!

  Published on May 17, 2018

  Biosecurity related to 4-H projects is a matter of high priority. Taking simple precautions will protect animals, members and consumers.

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  Upper Peninsula and Northern Wisconsin Veterans Assistance Fair held June 2

  Published on May 9, 2018

  All veterans, service members and family are invited to participate June 2, 2018, at the Veterans Assistance Fair in Iron Mountain, Michigan.

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  FAQ regarding the New Worker Protection Standard — Part 2

  Published on May 8, 2018

  The new respirator requirements for the updated Worker Protection Standard requires growers complete a respirator fit test annually.