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  Tips for New Chick Owners

  Published on March 10, 2017
  An infographic for new chick owners on how to properly care for their chicks.

• 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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  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
  

• Purdue University Avian Net

  Published on February 27, 2012
  

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  Tips for New Hen Owners

  Published on March 10, 2017
  

• Pullets: Alternative Methods to Delay Onset of Lay

  Published on May 22, 2015
  

• 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

• Biosecurity efforts are important for Michigan poultry and bird owners

  Published on April 7, 2015
  Confirmed cases of H5N2 avian influenza exist but not considered a human health risk.

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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.

• Humans cannot get avian influenza from poultry and eggs

  Published on May 1, 2015
  Avian influenza has been found in the Midwest and Canada, but shouldn't impact your food purchasing or eating decisions.

• 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.

• Temporary manure stacks should not cross the line

  Published on February 26, 2011
  Selecting the correct location for a temporary manure stack takes forethought. Consider where runoff may move, who will be impacted by odor and what pest may hatch from the pile before the stack is placed.

• 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.

• 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.

• Baby chicks and ducklings: protecting yourself from Salmonella

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

• Michigan fencing requirement for livestock: Part 1

  Published on December 12, 2013
  Legal fencing requirements for livestock operations in Michigan.

• Cook hamburger to 160 Degrees

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

• How much do livestock farms emit?

  Published on March 28, 2011
  Air emissions from animal feeding operations are a concern in many communities. How much of different pollutants do these farms emit?

• Livestock producers: use antibiotics appropriately

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