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Farmers and motorists can work together to prevent traffic collisions involving farm equipment
Published on April 17, 2026
Motorists and farmers can use these practical recommendations to avoid traffic collisions involving farm equipment. -
Weathering the worst: Essential disaster prep for livestock and the farmers who protect them
Published on April 16, 2026
Simple, effective preparedness strategies that help farms stay resilient through storms, wildfires and rising waters. -
New to raising chickens? Check out MSU Extension’s self-paced certification course for small scale chicken farmers
Published on April 13, 2026
The Small-Scale Poultry Farming Online Course teaches the basic considerations and how-tos of raising chickens on a small scale. -
Tips for bringing baby chicks home
Published on April 13, 2026
Bringing home new chicks can be exciting — here are some tips to make sure your chicks get off to the best start! -
Farmers invited to join national study on farming practices and soil health
Published on April 9, 2026
Farmers and ranchers are invited to participate in a free soil health evaluation and contribute to research supporting profitable, resilient and sustainable agriculture. -
There is still time to report large or significant water use
Published on April 3, 2026
Agricultural water users in both Indiana and Michigan are required to report their water use for water sources with the capacity to pump 70 gallons per minute. -
Hen house hunting: The impact of cage-free housing design
Published on April 2, 2026
The economic impact of cage-free housing choice may extend beyond the installation cost. -
MSU Extension to host Healthy Animals, Strong Farms biosecurity webinar for small farms and agricultural service providers
Published on March 17, 2026
If you raise livestock or are work with farmers, you are invited to participate in an upcoming educational webinar focused on strengthening farm biosecurity and protecting animal health across Michigan. -
Field days, workshops and webinars for farmers transitioning to organic
Published on March 16, 2026
Sign up now to learn from organic farmers. -
MSU Extension offers Healthy Animals, Strong Farms trainings for Upper Peninsula livestock farms
Published on March 16, 2026
Small and diversified livestock farms in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula can strengthen animal health and protect their farms by attending upcoming Healthy Animals, Strong Farms trainings offered in two locations.