News
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Dairy market update, February 2013
Published on February 28, 2013
Dairy market fundamentals indicate dairy product and milk prices may not strengthen until mid-2013 as dairy cow numbers grow despite record culling. -
Feed plans needed for cattle farms
Published on February 27, 2013
Cattle farms across Michigan are dealing with very tight supplies resulting in shortages that may demand detailed feed and forage budgets. -
Can you graze cover crops? Yes!
Published on February 27, 2013
The Michigan Forage Technology Conference on Thursday, March 7, will answer your questions about how to alleviate forage shortages through use of cover crops for grazing or hay. -
Biofuel technology is getting a boost from unconventional sources
Published on February 27, 2013
Understanding insect and mammal digestion is helping scientists develop tools for biofuel production. -
Braving the blizzard to find better labor management
Published on February 27, 2013
Agriculture labor management meetings help farmers brave the storm to find lasting labor solutions. -
Biofuel mandates are not just for the United States
Published on February 25, 2013
Biofuels are supported by many governments throughout the world. -
Can herd somatic cell count be too low?
Published on February 25, 2013
As herds continue to reduce somatic cell counts and improve milk quality, is there a danger in SCC getting too low? -
Got Greek yogurt?
Published on February 25, 2013
What’s all the craze about Greek yogurt? Find out why Greek yogurt is becoming so popular. -
Exploring irrigated crop production
Published on February 25, 2013
Water issues have received increasing attention in many Midwestern states following recent droughts. Michigan State University Extension is offering an educational trip to Wisconsin March 11-12 to further explore issues of managing water in agriculture. -
MSU Extension Online Crop and Forage Highlights scheduled for March 14 and 21
Published on February 25, 2013
Join a meeting or go online to receive condensed highlights from winter programs regarding grain and forage production, pest management and drought recovery in 2013.