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Animal welfare at the fair: Water consumption

Published on July 22, 2021
Learn ways to keep animals drinking and hydrated during the fair.
Animal welfare at the fair: Heat stress

Published on July 14, 2021
Learn how to mitigate heat stress for animals during fair season.
Emergency response to accidents involving livestock D2L online course offered by MSU Extension

Published on July 8, 2021
Accidents involving livestock occur throughout Michigan and preparing first responders to effectively respond to these accidents is the goal of the MSU Extension D2L online training course.
Why are my cattle bloating?

Published on July 1, 2021
Bloat can have a significant economic impact on an operation due to animal deaths or the following treatments required by bloat-prone animals.
Beginning farmers, We’ve got news for you!

Published on June 11, 2021
New and beginning farmers can sign up to receive a new monthly newsletter catered to their needs.
Forage alternatives for livestock in drought years

Published on June 4, 2021
Offering solutions to help stretch limited forage supplies and budgets when the weather isn’t cooperating.
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.”