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• Pullets: Alternative Methods to Delay Onset of Lay

  Published on May 22, 2015
  

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  Infectious Laryngotracheitis (E3177)

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

• 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.

• Purdue University Avian Net

  Published on February 27, 2012
  

• 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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  Tips for New Hen Owners

  Published on March 10, 2017
  

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  Biosecurity Tips for Poultry Owners

  Published on March 10, 2017
  

• Reflections of the 2015 Michigan poultry show ban in 4-H youth programs

  Published on October 20, 2015
  The 2015 Michigan poultry show ban presented many challenges, but 4-H members rose to the occasion.

• 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.

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  MSU Extension creates alternatives to live poultry shows for Michigan 4-H’ers

  Published on June 1, 2015
  Alternatives needed following announcement of cancellation of poultry and related shows as a precautionary measure to protect bird health in Michigan.

• An inside look at turkey processing

  Published on January 23, 2014
  A video tour inside a turkey processing operation brings transparency to the process.

• MSU Extension offers safety tips for backyard poultry flocks

  Published on May 1, 2015
  People need to be aware of threats to their own birds as well as their possible impact on commercial poultry production.

• Poultry show cancellation lifted in Michigan

  Published on December 23, 2015
  MSU Extension reminds poultry owners to remain vigilant to biosecurity measures with their flocks.

• Poultry science and 4-H: From a project to a career

  Published on June 28, 2017
  Participation in a 4-H poultry project can lead to a major in college and a career.

• 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.

• Use proper bio-security practices with birds

  Published on May 18, 2012
  Healthy flocks rock! Spring time is a great opportunity to brush up on the bio-security practices you use while tending to your poultry flock.

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  Poultry producers reminded to be on alert for avian influenza

  Published on October 9, 2015
  With fair season over, backyard poultry owners may feel the threat of avian influenza has weakened. To the contrary, poultry producers should remain vigilant this fall, learning about the disease and taking proper precautions to keep their flocks healthy.

• Baby chicks and ducklings: protecting yourself from Salmonella

  Published on June 17, 2011
  Regardless of where you purchase baby poultry, protect yourself and kids.

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  Poultry enthusiasts are encouraged to sign up for MSU Extension news digest

  Published on January 19, 2016
  Subscribe to the MSU Extension Poultry digest to ensure you have the most up-to-date information about avian influenza.