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• Pullets: Alternative Methods to Delay Onset of Lay

  Published on May 22, 2015
  

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  Tips for New Hen Owners

  Published on March 10, 2017
  

• Zoonotic Disease

  Published on October 10, 2014
  Learn about germs that can spread between humans and animals, and how to reduce everyone’s risk of catching them

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  Tips for New Chick Owners

  Published on March 10, 2017
  

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  Infectious Laryngotracheitis (E3177)

  Published on October 23, 2015
  This bulletin offers more about the disease, vaccinations and laws in Michigan.

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  Biosecurity Tips for Poultry Owners

  Published on March 10, 2017
  

• Biosecurity for Your Bird Population Virtual Training

  Published on April 7, 2016
  Practicing proper biosecurity on your farm is the most effective way to help stop the spread of disease. Learn more about effective biosecurity efforts through this virtual training.

• Unsettled weather pattern ahead

  Published on March 28, 2012
  A cool, unsettled weather pattern is likely across the Great Lakes region through early next week.

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  First annual Highland Ag and Natural Resources Conference set for March 19 in Cadillac

  Published on January 7, 2016
  Save the date for Michigan’s first Highland Ag and Natural Resources Conference, March 19, 2016, to learn what’s next for Michigan agriculture.

• Want to expand your poultry product processing options?

  Published on February 24, 2015
  Learn from experts how to improve and expand your processed poultry products on March 6, 2015.

• Home preparedness calls for three days of stored food

  Published on April 1, 2011
  Food availability for at least three days during an emergency is the April 2011 goal on website www.do1thing.us.

• Common air emissions from animal agriculture and their impacts

  Published on February 17, 2011
  Some air emissions have local human health and nuisance impacts while other emissions pose problems at a regional scale

• Livestock producers: use antibiotics appropriately

  Published on April 5, 2011
  Livestock producers must use antibiotics judiciously and under the direction of a licensed veterinarian.

• Morrill Act turns 150 years old

  Published on June 12, 2012
  The Morrill Act made possible the creation of the land-grant schools and was signed by President Abraham Lincoln July 2, 1862.

• Cook hamburger to 160 Degrees

  Published on February 27, 2011
  Thoroughly cooking hamburger to 160°F can prevent foodborne illness.

• Ready your farm for cover crops this fall

  Published on July 28, 2011
  Act now if you plan to use cover crops this fall to capture and recycle manure nutrients.

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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.

• What does an organic label on meat really mean?

  Published on July 20, 2011
  Definitions exist for meat labeled Organic from USDA’s National Organic Program (NOP). Other marketing claims may or may not have clear definitions.

• MSU Extension urges backyard poultry owners to keep their flocks safe

  Published on June 9, 2015
  Proper handling and good sanitary practices will protect birds from avian influenza and other diseases.

• Purdue University Avian Net

  Published on February 27, 2012