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When is a milk price a “good” milk price?
Published on December 22, 2011
Dairy producers have difficulty determining whether a future milk price is a “good” milk price when forward pricing milk. -
Young dairy producers in Michigan tell YouTube viewers why they dairy
Published on December 16, 2011
A new YouTube video shows the passion of young dairy producers about their business and can inspire confidence among consumers for the dairy products they enjoy. -
Automatic hitches make it easier to connect to implements
Published on December 14, 2011
When hitching a wagon or other implement, a farmer may have to repeatedly climb on and off their tractor, which can be a hassle. For someone with leg or mobility impairments, this is downright painful, or even impossible. -
Defining sustainable agriculture
Published on December 14, 2011
During the upcoming Michigan Ag Commodities Educational Expo Dr. James McCarty will help farmers define sustainable agriculture and understand how sustainability may impact future production. -
Beware of frostbite in winter months
Published on December 14, 2011
As harvest comes to a close and the weather turns cold, there are certain precautions that should be taken in order to safe over the winter months. -
Farm land leasing web page established
Published on December 12, 2011
Farm land leasing information for both landowners and farm operators is now on the web. -
Air emissions and animal agriculture
Published on December 9, 2011
“Air Emissions and Animal Agriculture” provides science-based information on food animal production in the United States and the odors and air emissions associated with livestock and poultry production. -
Oil and gas leasing – what do land owners need to know?
Published on December 8, 2011
Since May 2010, there has been renewed interest by oil and gas companies to lease lands for oil and gas production across the state of Michigan. Many landowners are being contacted by oil and gas companies intent to lease their mineral rights, but have no -
Beef cow deworming strategies - fall management
Published on December 6, 2011
Clean your beef cows as the snow begins to fall. -
Manure storage and getting through the winter
Published on December 6, 2011
Less manure in storage going into winter will reduce the need to spread in the winter