News
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Decreasing daylight and its effect on laying hens
Published on October 1, 2019
In the late fall and winter months, egg production may drop off due to decreased hours of daylight, but there are strategies you can implement to keep hens producing. -
Understanding, responding and managing farm stress
Published on September 24, 2019
Come learn how to recognize and respond to those who may be struggling in our farming community. -
The Five Freedoms: A history lesson in animal care and welfare
Published on September 6, 2019
The Five Freedoms have been the basis of animal welfare since the 1960s. Learn about what they are and why they have endured. -
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 -
Going home: Biosecurity tips for animals that went to the county fair
Published on July 22, 2019
Animals exhibited at the county fair that will return to their home herds pose a significant biosecurity risk to the animals left at home. -
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.
