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• 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

• Odor Management Plans

  Published on June 11, 2012
  Odor management plans (OMP) can help farmers determine the major farm odor sources.

• Growing Michigan Agriculture Proceedings

  Published on January 24, 2013
  Proceedings from the Growing Michigan Agriculture Conference, held Jan. 24, 2013 at the Lansing Center in Lansing, Mich.

• 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.

• Purdue University Avian Net

  Published on February 27, 2012
  

• Spring weather will slowly warm

  Published on March 30, 2011
  Michigan’s weather forecast indicates a slow warming trend over the next few weeks

• Registration now open for the 2014 Integrated Pest Management Academy

  Published on November 14, 2013
  Looking to brush up on your pest management skills? Register now to ensure your spot at this pioneering workshop designed to serve specialty crop, field crop and landscape professionals.

• 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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  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.

• The impact of ammonia and hydrogen sulfide emissions from animal agriculture

  Published on February 17, 2011
  Ammonia emissions impact human and ecosystem health while hydrogen sulfide is primarily a human health concern.

• Don’t wash raw chicken or turkey before cooking it

  Published on September 5, 2013
  Germs can be spread all over your kitchen when washing raw poultry and contaminate other foods and surfaces so don’t do it.

• Environmental group petitions EPA to regulate ammonia under the Clean Air Act

  Published on April 26, 2011
  Mitigation strategies may be needed for some crop and livestock farms.

• 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.

• What’s your manure IQ?

  Published on April 23, 2013
  A quick quiz will reveal and enhance your manure wisdom.

• 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

• Updated social security basics for farmers

  Published on January 20, 2012
  Legislation passed late last year extended some FICA tax provisions until the end of February.

• Michigan’s Right To Farm celebrates 30 years

  Published on October 5, 2011
  The Right to Farm Act affects everyone. A wide variety of crop and livestock production strengthens our farm economy and helps to enhance the natural environment.

• 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.