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What does a herd health plan look like?
Published on April 13, 2020
A herd health plan is a wonderful tool to help you manage your livestock all year long. -
Critical control points for lamb survival
Published on January 27, 2020
This article talks about when newborn mortality occurs and how to prevent it. -
New risk reduction measures for nursery soil fumigation
Published on March 24, 2011
Nursery growers need to be aware of these new regulations when applying soil fumigants to fields. -
Pinkeye in cattle: Part One
Published on June 28, 2012
How to determine if your cattle have a pinkeye infection. -
What does meat labeled natural or naturally raised really mean?
Published on July 20, 2011
Definitions exist for meat labeled Natural from USDA FSIS. Other marketing claims may or may not have clear definitions. -
Are you making jerky and other processed meats at home?
Published on December 23, 2013
If you plan to make processed meat products such as jerky at home, consider these factors to ensure safety of the end product. -
Dates on meat packages – Sell by, use by, freeze by, packaged on, expiration date
Published on July 22, 2013
Ever wonder why different food has different indicator dates on the package and what they mean? -
Sizzling meat prices a shock for some consumers
Published on May 26, 2014
Challenges in the beef and pork industry have led to higher retail prices. -
High school students liked Michigan lamb for lunch
Published on May 2, 2013
Kentwood, Kelloggsville and Grand Rapids Public schools served several Michigan lamb dishes in mid-April 2013. -
4-H members have a lot to do before packing the tack box
Published on August 20, 2015
Livestock projects require a lot of work before they are ready to go to the fair. -
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. -
Faculty & Staff Notes
Published on January 22, 2018
A lot of new faces came into the Department of Animal Science in 2017. They join a faculty active in research, teaching, and outreach. Read in this article more about the people of the Department of Animal Science and their work. -
Grafting lambs: an opportunity to increase flock productivity
Published on January 28, 2020
This article discusses how to successfully graft lambs unto another ewe.