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Use of medically important antimicrobials in food-producing animals has declined significantly since implementation of Veterinary Feed Directive guidelines
Published on February 3, 2023
Based on FDA’s most recent Summary Report on Use of Medically Important Antimicrobials, antimicrobial use in food-producing animals has declined by 28% during the 5-year period since Veterinary Feed Directive Guidelines were enacted in 2017. -
Your opportunity to become a cheesemaker
Published on February 1, 2023
The Michigan State Artisan Cheese Workshop is back and is open for your registration. You will learn how cheese is made and what influences the flavors, texture, and taste of artisan cheese, along with the business of making and selling cheese. -
Ideal fertilizer use for culinary organic herb production
Published on January 31, 2023
Unlike ornamental flowering crops, the edible nature of herbs creates more opportunities for adding value by using organic production practices. Suståne is a certified organic slow-release fertilizer that is well-suited for containerized herb production. -
Online course on pollinator protection for land managers is now available
Published on January 30, 2023
People who work in landscaping and land management in Michigan can earn one restricted use pesticide (RUP) credit in this free, self-paced, online course. -
Mortality composting done right
Published on January 27, 2023
Improving the management of on-farm mortality management to avoid composting and environmental problems. -
MSU Extension offers learning opportunities for small, medium and large farms
Published on January 27, 2023
MI Ag Ideas to Grow With Virtual Conference is offered February 27 – March 10, 2023 and highlights beekeeping, livestock production, environmental management and farmers markets. -
Minimizing impacts of higher temperatures on pigs raised outdoors
Published on January 27, 2023
Producers who raise pigs outdoors can implement several low-cost adaptive measures to help minimize adverse effects of high temperatures on pig health and performance. -
Dog Star Hops takes home coveted Chinook Cup for second year in a row
Published on January 26, 2023
Michigan hop farms are recognized for excellence at the 2023 Michigan Great Beer State Conference & Trade Show. -
How often do Michiganders eat fish?
Published on January 24, 2023
Michigan consumer survey offers insight about seafood consumption. -
New video series shares tips for farmers selling to local restaurants, retailers and institutions
Published on January 24, 2023
Hear insights from 14 farmers, food entrepreneurs and marketing experts.