News

Implanting beef calves at summer processing

Published on July 9, 2018
Implanting your calves has many benefits, and can easily be done during a summer processing event.
Virulent Newcastle Disease in California

Published on June 26, 2018
With 13 confirmed cases of Virulent Newcastle Disease in California, poultry exhibitors should try to minimize disease risks for their flocks.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
FAQ regarding the New Worker Protection Standard – Part 1

Published on May 8, 2018
As of January 2018, three requirements were added to the Worker Protection Standard.
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.
Michigan small farm newsletter

Published on May 1, 2018
A new newsletter aimed at small-scale farmers is now available from Michigan State University Extension.