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  Raising Backyard Chickens Series

  Date: Apr 07, 2020
  Join MSU Extension for a 3-part webinar series to learn the basics to getting started with your own flock of chickens in your backyard!

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  Infectious Laryngotracheitis (E3177)

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

• 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 Hen Owners

  Published on March 10, 2017
  

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  Tips for New Chick Owners

  Published on March 10, 2017
  

• Purdue University Avian Net

  Published on February 27, 2012
  

• Pullets: Alternative Methods to Delay Onset of Lay

  Published on May 22, 2015
  

• 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.

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  Biosecurity Tips for Poultry Owners

  Published on March 10, 2017
  

• Winter weather update for 2013-2014

  Published on March 7, 2014
  While milder weather and some moderation are expected in the short term, medium and longer lead forecast guidance suggests a general continuation of colder than normal temperatures.

• 2014 Growing Michigan Agriculture Conference

  Published on January 17, 2014
  Emerging important issues will prompt valuable discussion at the 2014 Growing Michigan Agriculture Conference during Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) Week.

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  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.

• Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources event to focus on soil health

  Published on January 12, 2016
  Michigan State University will host its first Agriculture Innovation Day: Focus on Soils on Aug. 24, 2016, at the Saginaw Valley Research and Extension Center in Frankenmuth, Michigan.

• 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.

• Save the date for the 2014 Integrated Pest Management Academy, Feb. 18-19

  Published on August 16, 2013
  Michigan State University Extension is pleased to announce the third annual Integrated Pest Management Academy, Feb. 18-19 in East Lansing, Mich. We are releasing the date early to ensure you all have it on your calendar!

• Livestock producers: use antibiotics appropriately

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

• Large-volume, water-use reports are due April 1

  Published on March 9, 2011
  Here are the guidelines and reporting requirements for large-volume, agricultural water users

• Changes to the Right to Farm 2014 Site Selection GAAMPs

  Published on May 16, 2014
  The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development recently made significant changes to the GAAMPs for Site Selection and Odor Control for New and Expanding Livestock Facilities. Livestock producers should be familiar with these changes.

• Biosecurity for Your Birds trainings help you become the best defense against disease!

  Published on April 27, 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 by attending a free upcoming training.

• 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.