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New Aviary System Installed at Poultry Center
Published on August 30, 2019
The Department of Animal Science recently completed installation of a stepped aviary system at the Poultry Teaching and Research Center. -
More than projects at the county fair
Published on August 13, 2019
Look for opportunities to increase youth leadership at your local fair. -
EGLE announces draft state E. coli TMDL
Published on July 26, 2019
CAFO permits to be consistent with new TMDL -
Growing your own Thanksgiving turkeys
Published on July 10, 2019
If you have ever considered raising turkeys for Thanksgiving feasts, now is the time to get started. -
Understanding delayed planting decisions in Michigan
Published on June 6, 2019
Reviewing the options available to producers who have not yet planted their field crops because of poor planting conditions. -
Should the USDA establish a livestock dealer statutory trust?
Published on June 4, 2019
Public comment is open until June 24, 2019 regarding whether the USDA should establish a livestock dealer statutory trust. -
Become a grillmaster by using a food thermometer
Published on May 30, 2019
Meat quality and the overall eating experience can be improved by using a food thermometer to determine doneness and improve safety at the same. time -
Infectious Coryza could be a concern for poultry owners
Published on May 17, 2019
Several states have experienced an increase in infectious coryza cases in poultry flocks this spring, understanding the disease is critical in preventing and treating it properly. -
Is the ag industry ready for a test?
Published on May 15, 2019
The dairy food system is vulnerable to adulteration from an adversary bent on assaulting it. It's important for those involved to become knowledgeable and take actions to prepare and prevent. -
USDA Cost Share Program now open for certified organic farmers
Published on May 8, 2019
USDA Certified Organic farmers may receive partial reimbursement of fees paid for certification. This program is open through Oct. 31, 2019. Farms or food businesses that have more than one certification are eligible to request cost share for each.