News
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E. coli O157:H7 has competition from other STECs
Published on September 6, 2011
For years, O157:H7 was the pathogenic strain of E. coli known to wreak havoc, now others can too -
Michigan hay markets warming up
Published on September 6, 2011
Hay prices may continue to move higher if grain markets climb and the drought conditions widen. -
Corn silage: managing your biggest feed investment
Published on September 2, 2011
Low quality silage is bad for your cattle and your wallet. Use these tips to make sure you're getting the most from your investment. -
Will your corn reach maturity?
Published on August 31, 2011
Using a mid-Michigan example, here’s how to assess your fields to estimate whether your corn will mature before the first frost. -
Got a great sustainable agriculture idea? Why not get support to try it out!
Published on August 30, 2011
The 2011 North Central Region SARE Farmer Rancher Grant and Youth and Youth Educator Grant call for proposals are now available. Consider applying if you have the idea for a sustainable agriculture project. -
Late planted corn could make better silage than grain
Published on August 30, 2011
Late planted corn harvested as corn silage may return more dollars than a frosted corn grain crop. -
Silage leachate: An environmental disaster
Published on August 30, 2011
Proper handling of silage leachate can decrease your farm's impact on water quality. -
Can you use alternative feed ingredients to replace corn grain?
Published on August 30, 2011
Determining marginal change in income with a ration change is the only way to know if using an alternative feed is a good decision. -
It’s time to get ready for corn silage harvest
Published on August 30, 2011
Two important considerations are silage density and processing corn silage. -
Monitor dairy herd performance using DHI-402 Herd Evaluator report
Published on August 30, 2011
Dairy producers can access a new Dairy Herd Information (DHI) report to monitor herd performance.