News
-
Shrinking your forage shrink: Part 1
Published on February 28, 2014
It’s estimated that U.S. farms lose an average of 20 percent of their forages to shrink. -
Farmer discussion on sustainable corn production practices
Published on February 28, 2014
MSU researchers seek farmer input on nitrogen management, stover harvest, climate and cover crops. -
2014 Agriculture Labor and Farm Safety Meetings
Published on February 28, 2014
Three upcoming Agriculture Labor and Farm Safety Meetings will be held in Bad Axe, Shepherd and Cadillac. -
Calf scours signs, treatment and prevention: Part 2
Published on February 28, 2014
Beef calf scours signs and treatment strategies. -
Selective dry cow treatment research results
Published on February 28, 2014
Research suggests the benefit of routine antimicrobial treatment of low SCC cows at dry-off is questionable. What led to this conclusion? In this second article of a three-part series, we examine some of the research. -
Understanding calf scours for cow-calf producers: Part 1
Published on February 28, 2014
Managing calf scours in young beef calves. -
Utility rebates complement New Farm Bill energy conservation funding for farmers
Published on February 28, 2014
The new Farm Bill increases funding for energy conservation practice implementation. Complementary funding can be obtained through utility rebates and technical assistance programs. -
Is it time to reconsider blanket dry cow treatment programs?
Published on February 28, 2014
What are the reasons to reconsider a long-standing recommendation that has helped us achieve better udder health? In Part 1 of a three-part series, we will examine those reasons. -
Producing pickles, salsa, canned vegetables or sauces for sale? Attend Better Process Control School
Published on February 24, 2014
Businesses that require Federal Food & Drug Administration certification to produce acidified and low acid foods or acid foods in hermetically sealed containers should attend Michigan State University’s upcoming Better Process Control School. -
New Farm Bill increases funding for implementing on-farm energy conservation
Published on February 23, 2014
The new Farm Bill increases funding for energy conservation practice implementation. MSU Extension programs target dairy farmers who want to implement energy conservation practices to reduce energy costs.