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Michigan AgrAbility to host regional workshop
Published on April 29, 2024
Michigan AgrAbility and the National AgrAbility Program are teaming up to offer an assistive technology professional training in Ann Arbor July 16-18, 2024. -
The basics of lagoons and anaerobic digester clean out
Published on April 25, 2024
Advice for sampling and cleanout for lagoons and anaerobic digesters and safety considerations. -
Michigan cattle producers’ perceptions of traceability technology
Published on April 23, 2024
Beef cattle and dairy producers across Michigan weigh in on implementing traceability technology in their operations. -
Concrete grooving in cattle barns: Keeping your cows in the groove and on all fours
Published on April 23, 2024
Grooving makes a world of difference in preventing slips, falls and injuries for your cows when they’re walking on concrete. Understanding cow behavior will give you clues if you need floor resurfacing. -
Manure management practices in dairy herds to control disease
Published on April 22, 2024
Implementing biosecurity practices can help prevent the spread of HPAI. -
MSU Extension to host training on emergency response to accidents involving livestock May 18 in Imlay City
Published on April 11, 2024
First responders and law enforcement can register to attend this hands-on training to be better prepared to manage and respond to accidents involving livestock. -
Myths and facts about raw milk
Published on April 4, 2024
Many people deny health dangers of drinking raw milk, and even promote it as a healthy practice. Exploring the facts is important to prevent foodborne illness. -
Biosecurity recommendations for dairy and beef cattle operations
Published on April 3, 2024
Producers are reminded to review their farm’s biosecurity practices, paying close attention to management procedures when dealing with suspected sick cows. -
Manure has value, test and take credit this spring
Published on April 3, 2024
Manure nutrients vary based on when and how it is applied. But there are always nutrients in it, and benefits to reducing fertilizer. -
Dairy and beef cattle operations should review their biosecurity plans
Published on March 29, 2024
Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) found in Michigan dairy herd, pasteurized milk remains safe to drink.