MSU Extension Sheep & Goats

• 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.

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  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.

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  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.

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  Freezer Goat Pricing Worksheet

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

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  Freezer Lamb Pricing Worksheet

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

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  Mortality Management After a Rollover Event

  Published on October 4, 2019
  A guide to mortality management options after an unexpected situation.

• Euthanasia of Large Animals - Firearm

  Published on July 2, 2018
  Location and angle for humane euthanasia of large animals using a firearm.

• Euthanasia of Large Animals - Bolt Gun

  Published on July 2, 2018
  Location and angle for humane euthanasia of large animals using a penetrating captive bolt gun.

• Animal Agriculture: Impacting Animal Health and Wellbeing

  Published on December 22, 2016
  As stewards of agriculture, livestock producers are continuously focused on improving production and minimizing risks. Animal health is one area producers are always striving to improve.

• Animal Agriculture: Delivering Timely Animal Health and Wellbeing Programs

  Published on December 22, 2016
  MSU Extension animal agriculture programs focus on educating and helping farmers raise healthy, productive animals that also result in profitable farms and satisfied employees and consumers.