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Farms with no employees can still benefit from the Paycheck Protection Program
Published on March 7, 2021
Self-employed farmers can apply for PPP loan funds based on their 2020 gross income. Application deadline is March 31. -
Introduction to Michigan Site Selection and Odor Control GAAMPs for new or expanding livestock facilities
Published on February 18, 2021
Why MDARD Site Selection GAAMPs are critical for the future of your family farm business. -
February is National Lamb Month
Published on February 9, 2021
Celebrate Lamb Month by trying a great American lamb product. -
Agricultural professionals in extension services worldwide build new relationships between culturally diverse systems
Published on February 9, 2021
Michigan State University and India’s National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management collaborate on a new book, “Innovations in Agricultural Extension.” -
MI Ag Ideas to Grow With Virtual Conference Will Share Vital Agricultural Information with Farmers and Homeowners
Published on January 11, 2021
Farmers, youth and those either raising or interested in raising livestock will benefit from a robust offering of topics during this virtual event. -
2021 Michigan Manure Management Summit goes virtual Jan. 20-21
Published on December 18, 2020
The inaugural virtual Michigan Manure Management Summit, is a great educational opportunity for anyone who hauls and applies manure, providing updates on the science, regulations, and best practices of manure management. -
Showcasing the science in animal science
Published on December 8, 2020
Take a deeper look at the science involved in animal production. -
Top four strategies for keeping your 4-H animal projects healthy in cold weather
Published on December 8, 2020
Use these four steps to help keep your 4-H animals healthy during the long Michigan winters. -
Virtual Ag-Citing Experience videos give youth a glimpse into where our food comes from
Published on December 2, 2020
Virtual Ag-Citing Experience videos will show people—young and old, in classrooms or home schools or well past school—how farmers raise animals and crops and give them a sneak peek into where our food comes from. -
A new online record keeping tool is available for conservation planning
Published on November 4, 2020
The Computer Assisted Nutrient Management Planning Program (CANMaPP) is a free, online record keeping tool available to help track on-farm conservation practices.
