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Spring weather will slowly warm
Published on March 30, 2011
Michigan’s weather forecast indicates a slow warming trend over the next few weeks -
Hiring top-notch farm labor means digging deep
Published on January 25, 2013
Recruiting, hiring and keeping the best farm workers require careful planning and knowing how to select the best people for the job. -
Potential sources of labor: Are these in your future plans?
Published on March 1, 2016
Farms should think about different strategies to fill their labor needs in 2016 and beyond. Consider any and all of these options and strategies to obtain needed workers in the future. -
Showcasing the science in animal science
Published on December 8, 2020
Take a deeper look at the science involved in animal production. -
Michigan drought update for July 5, 2012
Published on July 5, 2012
Dry pattern to persist into the second half of July. -
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. -
Working in confined space on farms requires safety planning
Published on February 17, 2011
Farms with confined-space hazards need to plan ahead to protect workers. -
Michigan drought update for July 25, 2012
Published on July 25, 2012
The next week or two is forecasted to bring at least a temporary break to the drought conditions. -
Michigan State University Extension expo offers long-term view for farmers, ag professionals
Published on November 21, 2011
The Michigan Ag Commodities Educational Expo will take place on Jan. 26, 2012, at the Lansing Center in Lansing, Mich. -
Do sheep always need access to a fluid water source?
Published on December 1, 2016
Knowing how much water grazing sheep need access to can help, especially during winter management. -
Don’t delay – you only have two weeks! Farmer Rancher Grants due December 2
Published on November 17, 2011
If you have ideas on enhancing sustainable agriculture on farms, you still have time to submit an individual, partner or group NCR-SARE Farmer Rancher Grant. -
Prepare now to extend the fall grazing season
Published on July 20, 2011
Livestock producers: reduce feed costs by extending the grazing season into the fall and early winter. -
Options for pasturing livestock near water in Michigan
Published on May 5, 2011
Learn how to reduce the impact of livestock on stream banks and water quality by implementing these management practices. -
A new way of thinking
Published on August 11, 2011
Don’t be afraid to step outside of your box when it comes to products, and marketing. -
Be mindful of crop insurance requirements when harvesting or grazing cover crops
Published on February 23, 2014
With a little care, producers in need of extra forage can utilize the forage potential of cover crops without jeopardizing their crop insurance benefits. -
Major weather changes on the way during October
Published on October 17, 2013
After unseasonably warm temperatures during much of October this year, an extended period of cool and unsettled weather is likely. -
Michigan’s Right To Farm celebrates 30 years
Published on October 5, 2011
The Right to Farm Act affects everyone. A wide variety of crop and livestock production strengthens our farm economy and helps to enhance the natural environment. -
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. -
The benefits of shearing before lambing | Sheep & Goats
The benefits of shearing before lambing.
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Looking ahead: winter weather returns
Published on March 25, 2011
Wet soils and potentially longer than normal fieldwork delays are just some of the effects of the upcoming weather as the growing season approaches.
