Resources

The Anatomy of a Soil Test Report

Published on March 9, 2023
A summary of how to understand a soil test report to help you best understand and analyze the results to make effective farm management and soil fertility decisions.
A Field Guide To Soil Sampling

Published on October 13, 2022
Soil sampling is a foundational step to make effective farm management and soil fertility decisions. This step-by-step field guide is a summary of best practices and recommendations for composite soil sampling to help you do just that.
Manure Management for Fairs and Exhibitions – Planning

Published on May 11, 2021
A guide to planning for manure management at fairs and expos: #1 in a series of four fact sheets for fairs and expos.
Manure Management for Fairs and Exhibitions- Hauling, Spreading, and Composting

Published on May 11, 2021
Whether you are moving manure directly to a storage facility, transferring manure to a field for temporary stockpile, composting or applying manure, details matter: #3 in a series of four fact sheets for fairs and expos.
Manure Management for Fairs and Exhibitions- Emergency Spill Response

Published on May 11, 2021
A guide to planning for manure spill response at fairs and expos: #4 in a series of four fact sheets for fairs and expos.
Manure Management for Fairs and Exhibitions – Storage

Published on May 11, 2021
A guide to developing manure storage at fairs and expos: #2 in a series of four fact sheets for fairs and expos.
CHAMP E-Tool designed to assist the Michigan agriculture community

Published on July 21, 2020
This tool is designed for the Michigan agriculture community to help identify and implement appropriate and meaningful exposure control strategies to protect workers and the public.
Supporting the Animal Agriculture Industry in Michigan

Published on June 18, 2020
Michigan State University (MSU) Extension works to increase farmers’ success while protecting the environment and ensuring food safety.
Recommendations for Marketing Youth Animal Projects – Sheep and Goats

Published on May 25, 2020
This document will serve as a guide to help youth market, establish pricing, find a processor, keep records, and evaluate transportation considerations.
Freezer Lamb Pricing Worksheet

Published on May 15, 2020
This spreadsheet breaks down the pricing for the freezer lambs.