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Department of Labor withdraws proposed regulations for young hired farm workers
Published on May 4, 2012
The decision to withdraw the rule, including provisions to define the “parental exemption,” was made in response to thousands of comments expressing concerns about the effect of the proposed rules on small family-owned farms. -
Cattle grazing in May: Moove ‘em quick!
Published on May 3, 2012
May grazing requires fast moves and increased management -
Personnel records: A management tool and a legal requirement (Part 2 of 2)
Published on April 30, 2012
Getting the best management “Bang for the Buck” out of our personnel records system. -
Niles Entrepreneurial & Culinary Incubator: A chip off the ol’ Starting Block
Published on April 30, 2012
With the help of the Michigan State University Product Center and Starting Block Incubator, Niles MainStreet opens its Niles Entrepreneurial & Culinary Incubator in June to support local food business development. -
The Michigan dairy industry: A success story
Published on April 30, 2012
The Michigan dairy industry is an economic success story and a major contributor to Michigan’s economy. -
Personnel records: A management tool and a legal requirement (Part 1 of 2)
Published on April 30, 2012
Any farm that employs individuals is also required to keep certain personnel records. This two part series will cover the legal requirements and how to improve the usefulness of files for employee management. -
Dairy Market Update, April 2012
Published on April 27, 2012
Dairy fundamentals weaken further increasing downside price risk. -
Riparian management near farm fields
Published on April 26, 2012
Many farm fields in Michigan have a riparian area to deal with. Here are two basic strategies that can be implemented to protect these areas. -
Artificial insemination programs may be cheaper and more profitable than buying extra bulls
Published on April 26, 2012
A.I. pays its way -
Oil and gas leasing webinar and DVD available
Published on April 20, 2012
As a property owner, when you read the oil and gas lease you are offered, do you understand what you have read?