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MSU Extension online meat cutter training course available

Published on May 16, 2023
Self-paced online course covering beef and pork cutting along with meat science essentials.
Veterinary Feed Directive at 5 years: swine producer and veterinarian survey exploring how VFD guidelines have affected swine herd health and management practices in Michigan

Published on May 5, 2023
The MSU Extension Pork Team conducted a survey of Michigan swine producers and swine veterinarians to determine if Veterinary Feed Directive guidelines have affected the health of their herds or their management practices.
What is management over medication?

Published on May 5, 2023
Management of livestock is essential for a healthy herd. Some medications can be avoided with close observation and understanding of a herd health plan, which is the main objective of the management over medication concept.
Why farm in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula?

Published on May 2, 2023
Low cost land and a laidback lifestyle may seem appealing, but the basics of successful farming in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula are the same as everywhere else: careful planning, efficient use of resources, adaptability, commitment and good luck.
Keeping swine in the thermoneutral zone

Published on April 21, 2023
Estimating hot conditions affecting pigs raised inside buildings and making modifications to reduce the risk of heat stress.
Finding the right crisis support: Alternatives to the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Published on March 28, 2023
Discover resources and support options for mental health crises to keep yourself and your loved ones safe during challenging times.
Use of medically important antimicrobials in food-producing animals has declined significantly since implementation of Veterinary Feed Directive guidelines

Published on February 3, 2023
Based on FDA’s most recent Summary Report on Use of Medically Important Antimicrobials, antimicrobial use in food-producing animals has declined by 28% during the 5-year period since Veterinary Feed Directive Guidelines were enacted in 2017.
MSU Extension offers learning opportunities for small, medium and large farms

Published on January 27, 2023
MI Ag Ideas to Grow With Virtual Conference is offered February 27 – March 10, 2023 and highlights beekeeping, livestock production, environmental management and farmers markets.
Mortality composting done right

Published on January 27, 2023
Improving the management of on-farm mortality management to avoid composting and environmental problems.
Minimizing impacts of higher temperatures on pigs raised outdoors

Published on January 27, 2023
Producers who raise pigs outdoors can implement several low-cost adaptive measures to help minimize adverse effects of high temperatures on pig health and performance.
Third annual MI Ag Ideas to Grow With virtual conference focuses on food and animal production

Published on January 19, 2023
The MI Ag Ideas to Grow With virtual conference offers an array of free educational sessions on food and animal production from February 27 through March 10.
Winter animal care: Tips to keeping your animals healthy and happy during winter months

Published on January 18, 2023
Being prepared during cold, winter weather will help your livestock winter a little easier.
Licenses to direct market individual cuts of meat in Michigan

Published on December 19, 2022
Selling meat by the individual retail cut or in bundles requires a license in Michigan.
Interpreting manure analysis results

Published on December 15, 2022
Applying the appropriate amount of manure requires correct interpretation of the manure test results.
What to expect when connecting with the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Published on December 12, 2022
Know what to expect if you or someone you know connects with the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
Protect your pigs from verminous pneumonia

Published on December 2, 2022
Pigs raised outdoors or on non-slatted floors are at risk for parasitic roundworms that can cause verminous pneumonia, a potentially fatal but preventable lung condition.
Mindful manure application

Published on November 4, 2022
Reducing the risks associated with winter manure application
Law enforcement officers, first responders, animal control officers and others recently received specialized training on responding to accidents involving livestock

Published on October 26, 2022
MSU Extension, Michigan Pork Producers Association, United Dairy of Michigan and Michigan Turkey partner to train first responders in accident response.
Field stockpiling of manure and poultry litter

Published on October 21, 2022
Preparing for field amendment when the time is right.
Food animal producers will require a veterinary prescription to access over-the-counter antibiotics

Published on October 10, 2022
Producers need to establish a valid veterinarian-client-patient relationship (VCPR) with a licensed veterinarian.