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Successful Breakfast on the Farm held in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
Published on October 6, 2011
Over 1,000 people experienced life on a modern dairy farm in Pickford, Michigan. -
Cattle estrus detection
Published on October 5, 2011
Successful AI programs frequently depend on accurate heat detection. Determining the onset of estrus is often improved by the use of heat detection aids and time observing cattle. -
The top 3 records needed for manure application
Published on October 5, 2011
GAAMPs for Manure require yearly manure sampling and testing, records of manure applications and recent soil tests. Fall is a good time to review your records. -
Feed inventory planning and management, more critical now than ever!
Published on October 5, 2011
Understanding the steps in a good feed inventory planning and management program, and the tools available to producers will make a difference in your ability to manage price risk, feeding changes and overall profitability on your farm. -
Michigan’s Right To Farm celebrates 30 years
Published on October 5, 2011
The Right to Farm Act affects everyone. A wide variety of crop and livestock production strengthens our farm economy and helps to enhance the natural environment. -
What happens if I spread manure today?
Published on October 4, 2011
Available nutrients next spring depend on how and when manure is hauled this fall. -
So you want to write a farmer/rancher grant
Published on October 3, 2011
Follow these important tips for writing a successful NCR-SARE farmer/rancher grant proposal. -
Got innovative youth education ideas? Get funded!
Published on October 3, 2011
Details you should follow when submitting a grant proposal to the NCR-SARE Youth and Youth Educator Grant Program for sustainable agriculture. -
NCR-SARE Farmer Rancher Grant Program
Published on October 3, 2011
Have a great idea about how to enhance sustainable agriculture and your farm’s future? Consider writing a NCR-SARE Farmer Rancher grant! -
Milk cost of production
Published on September 29, 2011
Spreadsheet allows dairy producers to use their own farms financial data to calculate their cost of milk production.