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Farmers enjoy educating consumers while they grocery shop
Published on February 14, 2014
For the past two years, Michigan State University Extension has teamed up with northeast Michigan dairy producers and local grocery stores to educate consumers about dairy production while they shop. -
What was your 2013 Milk Cost of Production?
Published on February 9, 2014
Now is a good time for you to do a quick evaluation of your costs for making milk during the past year as you finish up your 2013 farm financial information. -
What’s your Missing Link?
Published on February 9, 2014
In business and in life we often look for silver bullets to solve our problems rather than missing links. -
Michigan 4-H’er attends the Global Youth Institute World Food Prize Symposium
Published on January 30, 2014
After a long day of school or work, the first thing on your mind may be filling your growling stomach. Michigan 4-H'er Maeve Alflen will be the first to admit that there has never been a shortage of filling, nutritious food at her house. -
Recognize 4-H youth through State Awards
Published on January 28, 2014
Many youth like to get an award for completing something and kids love to feel special. Even at a young age, youth are very excited to receive an award or ribbon. Learn more about recognizing a young person through 4-H. -
Michigan Homemaker of the Year reflects on her lifelong 4-H experience
Published on January 27, 2014
When she was named the 2013 Michigan Homemaker of the Year, Kristin Leach could not believe it. -
Thinking of showing a 4-H animal project this summer? Plan ahead!
Published on January 27, 2014
Now is the time to begin thinking about showing your 4-H animal project at the county fair or other livestock shows. Planning and preparation begins now to learn how to feed, fit and properly take care of your animal. -
2013 National 4-H Congress Makes the Best Better
Published on January 24, 2014
Instead of hitting the stores on Black Friday as many of their peers did, 20 Michigan 4-H'ers packed their bags and headed south on Nov. 29 for the 2013 National 4-H Congress. -
Michigan wool at the 2014 Winter Olympic Games
Published on January 23, 2014
How a sheep farm that started as a 4-H project sourced wool to Ralph Lauren for closing ceremony athlete sweaters. -
Preparing for the next winter storm: Taking inventory of livestock facilities
Published on January 17, 2014
As winter weather continues, livestock producers need to be prepared for the next winter storm. Taking inventory of supplies and facilities relating to housing, ventilation, feed and water can help keep livestock healthy and decrease owner stress.