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Summer planting winter wheat to supplement forage production
Published on June 26, 2012
Many locations across Michigan and the Midwest have experienced drought conditions that have reduced forage yield. Planting winter wheat mid-summer can supplement forage yield for either grazing or hay harvest. -
Odor management using three types of manure treatment systems
Published on June 26, 2012
Odor is perhaps the biggest issue facing the Michigan animal industry. The best way to address odor is in a proactive manner. -
Dry weather conditions increase the potential for high-ash forages
Published on June 26, 2012
Higher than normal ash levels in forage from soil contamination can cause significant challenges when balancing diets for lactating dairy cows. -
What will your beef cows be eating this winter?
Published on June 25, 2012
Beef cow winter feeding after drought -
Forage seeding rates
Published on June 25, 2012
Forage seeding rate charts when seeded alone or in mixtures -
Safety of meat is not determined by production practices
Published on June 21, 2012
Meat that originates from organic, grass fed or pasture raised production systems does not mean it has less bacteria. -
“Farming for You” let dairy producers take their passion to the grocery store
Published on June 21, 2012
In an effort to educate consumers about the importance of the dairy industry, producers from Alpena, Alcona and Montmorency counties spent time in a local grocery store telling their stories. -
Dealing with animal mortalities in emergency situations
Published on June 19, 2012
Planning on how to handle animal mortalities following a farm emergency can prevent some stress later. -
Beginners guide to freezer beef processing
Published on June 18, 2012
What’s the difference between a strip steak, a T-bone steak and a Porterhouse steak? -
Don’t let your hay profits go up in smoke
Published on June 18, 2012
Hay is a hot commodity, but don’t let it ignite.