MSU Extension Poultry

News

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  Drones in agriculture and hands-on drone training

  Published on February 22, 2017
  Training programs tie how to fly Unmanned Aerial Systems, or drones, together with data collection and geographic data analysis.

• Minimize negative impacts of winter manure spreading

  Published on February 20, 2017
  Farmers can make management decisions to protect water resources while spreading manure this winter.

• Why would a poultry producer attend the Powering Michigan Agriculture Conference?

  Published on February 1, 2017
  For one turkey farm, making the energy conservation investment payed off in reduced energy expenses, improved animal welfare, increased market weight, lowered brooder mortality rate and safer working conditions for employees.

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  Make plans to practice livestock biosecurity at your fair

  Published on February 1, 2017
  Tips and best practices for preparing and handling biosecurity at your fair.

• 2017 Powering Michigan Agriculture Conference: making the energy conservation investment

  Published on January 19, 2017
  Farmers say Return on Investment is the most important consideration.

• Manure provides plant nutrients, but not always at book value

  Published on December 29, 2016
  The plant nutrient content of manure depends on animal species, feeding program, storage facilities and other factors.

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  Make a resolution to educate our non-farm cousins about how we produce their food

  Published on December 24, 2016
  Farmers are a knowledgeable, trustworthy resource for friends, neighbors and relatives.

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  Veterinary Feed Directive impact on youth exhibitors

  Published on December 9, 2016
  New Veterinary Feed Directive (VFD) requirements begin Jan. 1, 2017, affecting all livestock producers—including youth.

• Daily observation is key in animal health and wellbeing

  Published on November 29, 2016
  Daily observation helps animal owners properly monitor their animal’s health and wellbeing.

• Challenges to feeding the seven billion and beyond – Part 5: GFSI and prospects for improvement

  Published on November 3, 2016
  Low to middle income countries in sub-Saharan Africa and south Asia are the most vulnerable to food insecurity. Several priorities to enhance the long-term food security in this region have been suggested.