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  Poultry

  MSU Extension’s focus on poultry production brings together cross-discipline educators and researchers who work with both commercial poultry producers, small flock owners and youth.

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  Early career agribusiness professional development training available

  Published on May 8, 2019
  Bridging the Experience Gap is an educational program for young professionals involved in agriculture who want to sharpen their skills and better understand production systems.

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  Farm transition is a lot like investing – start early!

  Published on April 5, 2019
  The emotional and financial transitioning of farms to the next generation can be difficult. The best way to make it easier is to start the conversation early.

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  Winter weather impacts make manure storage monitoring critical

  Published on February 15, 2019
  Due to the cold harsh winter, recent heavy rains, and snow melt, livestock producers should keep a close watch on manure storage structures and pumping equipment.

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  Do you run a food-related business? Check out the new MarketMaker web tool: Part 1

  Published on December 11, 2018
  MarketMaker has a new look and has been updated with new search features to link food markets across the U.S.

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  Creating an online Profile easy as 1, 2, 3, 4 on the New MarketMaker: Part 2

  Published on December 11, 2018
  Food-related business operators can easily set up online profiles on the new and improved MarketMaker in just a few steps.

• 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.

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  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

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  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.

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  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.

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  Avian influenza — are humans at risk?

  Published on May 21, 2018
  Avian influenza is more of an issue for those who raise poultry than for those who consume it.

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  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.

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  Tips for bringing baby chicks home

  Published on May 17, 2018
  Bringing home new baby chicks is exciting, so make sure you’re properly prepared for their arrival.

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  Upper Peninsula and Northern Wisconsin Veterans Assistance Fair held June 2

  Published on May 9, 2018
  All veterans, service members and family are invited to participate June 2, 2018, at the Veterans Assistance Fair in Iron Mountain, Michigan.

• 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.

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  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.

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  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.

• Michigan Agricultural Mediation Program offers free services to producers

  Published on April 26, 2018
  The Michigan Agricultural Mediation Program is helpful if issues arise with lenders, creditors or the USDA agencies over loans, credit, wetland determinations, farm program compliance, crop insurance or other agriculture-related topics.

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  Northwestern Michigan Spring Cover Crop Field Day on May 10

  Published on April 25, 2018
  The fourth field walk of the season will focus on cover crop techniques for Northwest Lower Peninsula.

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  Did the Changes to VFD Regulations Affect Your Farm?

  Published on April 19, 2018
  Land grant universities are looking to gain information on the impacts of VFD regulation through an electronic survey.

• What is the economic value of your manure?

  Published on April 17, 2018
  Key principles and points that growers can use determine the economic value of manure.