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Compost handling in agriculture systems: compost transfer and equipment calibration
Published on February 14, 2022
Part four of a six-part series on compost utilization and management on farms. -
Compost handling in agriculture systems: Appropriate storage options
Published on February 8, 2022
Part three of a six-part series on compost utilization and management on farms. -
2022 Michigan Manure Management Summit
Published on February 2, 2022
The Summit is an annual educational event that provides updates on the science and best practices of manure management. -
Compost handling in agriculture systems: Disease-suppressing and growth-promoting composts
Published on January 14, 2022
Part two of a six-part series on compost utilization and management on farms. -
Compost handling in agriculture systems: How is compost made?
Published on January 12, 2022
Part one of a six-part series on compost utilization and management on farms. -
Crickets, Pot, and Pigs! Oh My! A View of 2022…
Published on January 5, 2022
There has never been a time in history with as much going on in food safety and food law. Scott Haskell lists over 20 issues that industry and regulators need to look out for in 2022. How many of these directly relate to your organization? -
Simple biosecurity tips for your small swine farm
Published on December 21, 2021
Biosecurity tips for small pork producers. -
Protect your swine herd by washing and disinfecting vehicles returning from processing plants, buying stations or other farms
Published on December 21, 2021
Washing, disinfecting, and drying of transportation vehicles returning from processing plants, buying stations or other farms is a critical biosecurity step in swine disease prevention. -
Can precision livestock farming help optimize farm labor?
Published on December 20, 2021
Farmers understand “running to where the trouble is” and new technology with promising results can help. -
Update on antimicrobials sold for use in pigs
Published on December 9, 2021
Based on U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s most recent Summary Report, sales of medically important antibiotics for use in pigs increased 9% in 2019. -
Protecting animals and people from the spread of zoonotic disease
Published on December 1, 2021
Resources are available to help organizers of jackpot, one day shows and exhibition events lower the risk of disease spread at their event. -
MSU to host virtual field day on practical strategies for responsible use of antimicrobials in livestock production
Published on October 8, 2021
October 26 event titled "Management Over Medication in Livestock Production" will focus on practical strategies for responsible use of antimicrobials in food animals raised on farms of any size, and why this is important -
South Campus Animal Farms provides facilities to support MSU teaching, research, outreach missions
Published on October 6, 2021
Infrastructure upgrades expand research capabilities, teaching opportunities -
Protecting the health and safety of Michigan’s agriculture and floriculture industries
Published on September 17, 2021
Michigan State University Extension develops processes to reduce the impact of COVID-19 on Michigan’s Agriculture and Floriculture workforce. -
To Beef or Not to Beef? That is the Question
Published on September 16, 2021
Should “cultured meat” be labeled identically to traditional meat? The United States Department of Agriculture Food Safety Inspection Service (USDA FSIS) is asking for your thoughts. -
Animal confinement is a priority when assisting an accident involving livestock
Published on September 15, 2021
Animal confinement is critical for the safety of first responders and the public when dealing with accidents involving livestock. -
Tax planning in the summer? Starting early could yield results
Published on August 26, 2021
Taking the time to evaluate your tax situation now can yield big dividends when you finalize your tax management plan at the end of the year. -
MSU Extension animal agriculture team focuses on providing assistance during time of disruption for the livestock industry
Published on August 21, 2021
MSU Extension animal agriculture team assists farmers with managing risk, operation flow, and addresses industry disruption while protecting the economic stability of animal agriculture operations across Michigan. -
Addressing labor challenges together
Published on August 17, 2021
Help us understand the current workforce needs of agricultural operations across Michigan. -
Fair organizers are asked to keep biosecurity awareness in mind during the county fair
Published on August 9, 2021
When comingling animals at exhibition events, there is a potential for disease spread. Exhibitors and fair organizers should keep biosecurity practices in mind to help prevent potential outbreaks from happening.