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Michael Metzger
Small Ruminant Educator
metzgerm@msu.edu
517-788-4292
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Richard Ehrhardt, PhD
Senior Specialist-Small Ruminant Extension
ehrhard5@msu.edu
517-353-2906
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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. -
Assistive technology for livestock handling can make your job easier
Published on April 5, 2011
These easy accommodations can make working livestock easier for people with disabilities, including chronic illness. -
Are you making jerky and other processed meats at home?
Published on December 23, 2013
If you plan to make processed meat products such as jerky at home, consider these factors to ensure safety of the end product. -
Changes to the process for siting new and expanding livestock operations
Published on March 30, 2011
Livestock producers and contractors planning construction projects in 2011 need to be aware of recent changes to the process for siting new and expanding livestock operations. -
Livestock producers: use antibiotics appropriately
Published on April 5, 2011
Livestock producers must use antibiotics judiciously and under the direction of a licensed veterinarian. -
Impacts of livestock chewing on treated wood
Published on May 20, 2011
Livestock chew on treated lumber because of mineral imbalance or boredom. This raises concern over animal health and meat safety. -
Vegetative buffers to control odors on livestock farms
Published on March 4, 2011
Properly sized and positioned vegetative buffers are an effective odor control practice. -
Birth Management for Small Ruminants clinic
Published on January 22, 2014
MSU Extension hosts Birth Management Clinic for Small Ruminants Feb. 15 and 22. -
Footrot can be more problematic in wet years
Published on July 21, 2014
Foundations are important. Feet are the foundation of cattle and this may be a year when producers see increased incidence footrot in the herd. -
Michigan Great Lakes Region Sheep for Profit program runs through November
Published on August 1, 2014
New innovative production practices contribute to farm profitability. -
Celebrate the sheep industry with National Lamb Month
Published on February 19, 2015
Wool, meat and milk are celebrated in February for National Lamb Month. -
Processing meat? You may need a variance to be legal
Published on April 26, 2013
Specialized meat processors need a variance from MDARD. Attend a training May 21, 2013 to learn about the application process. -
Raise foreign animal disease awareness on your farm
Published on July 16, 2011
There are 5 practices you can introduce that will minimize the risk of introducing a foreign animal disease to your dairy or livestock operation. -
Birth management clinic for sheep and goats
Published on December 14, 2018
MSU Extension is excited to announce the upcoming Birth Management Clinic for Sheep and Goats. This in-depth class will provide both discussion and hands-on activities from two noted experts on the subject. -
Do sheep always need access to a fluid water source?
Published on December 1, 2016
Knowing how much water grazing sheep need access to can help, especially during winter management. -
Consumers associate food labeled organic as being healthier
Published on May 4, 2011
Consumer panelists perceived snack foods labeled organic to be lower in calories, and were willing to pay more for them.
