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Winter biosecurity tips and tricks for your flock
Published on December 19, 2024
Winter weather can make practicing biosecurity more challenging; here are some practical ways to continue protecting your flock. -
Avian Influenza: What You Need to Know
Published on December 16, 2024
Understanding the H5N1 virus and how to stay safe. -
Your voice matters: How farmers can shape the future of AgrAbility
Published on December 16, 2024
The Quality of Life Survey evaluates the effectiveness of the AgrAbility project nationally, and shows that participants have a higher quality of life than those who do not work with AgrAbility. -
Small scale and backyard poultry owners should remain vigilant to protect against Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza
Published on December 16, 2024
Chicken, duck and turkey and game bird owners should increase their on-farm biosecurity practices and minimize opportunities for domestic and wild bird interactions to reduce risk of HPAI infections. -
2025 Michigan Manure Summit
Published on December 9, 2024
The Michigan Manure Summit is an annual educational event that provides updates on the science and best practices of manure management. -
Join the Beef and Swine Livestock Insurance program to discuss developing protection strategies for your livestock farm
Published on November 7, 2024
A virtual program from MSU Extension aimed at helping you navigate insurance policies and their use. -
Videos of Michigan SARE grantees highlight sustainable farm innovation
Published on October 24, 2024
Michigan hosts the North Central Region Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education administrative council and coordinators from 12 states for farm tours and video with grantees. -
Slow Moving Vehicle triangles - be on the lookout!
Published on October 4, 2024
Ensuring your Slow Moving Vehicle signs are in good shape will make traveling the roads safer for farmers and other road drivers. -
Keep animal behavior in mind when responding to an accident involving livestock
Published on September 27, 2024
When interacting with livestock, especially in stressful situations such as transportation accidents, being aware of an animal’s behavior and body language is important for everyone’s safety. -
Call for presentation proposals for the 2025 Michigan Manure Summit
Published on September 26, 2024
Proposals can be submitted by academics, teachers, farmers, consultants and for-hire manure applicators with expertise in specific manure-related topic areas.