News
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Drinking water for dairy cattle: Part 1
Published on April 5, 2011
Water is the single-most important nutrient for dairy cows. -
Value cuts increase beef carcass value
Published on April 5, 2011
Beef value cuts from the chuck and round add value to beef carcasses and offer additional options for consumers. -
Manure record keeping may not be fun, but it’s beneficial
Published on April 5, 2011
Good records can help farmers plan manure applications and provide protection against complaints. -
Livestock producers: use antibiotics appropriately
Published on April 5, 2011
Livestock producers must use antibiotics judiciously and under the direction of a licensed veterinarian. -
Johne’s Disease-causing bacteria are around the farm
Published on April 4, 2011
Environmental sampling on infected farms farms shows that the bacteria that causes Johne’s Disease can be found commonly, and, therefore, represents a threat to vulnerable animals. -
Workshop attracts hundreds interested in learning more about cover crops
Published on April 1, 2011
Visit the Midwest Cover Crops Council’s website to learn more about using cover crops. -
Planting methods for successful alfalfa establishment
Published on March 31, 2011
Establishing good stands of alfalfa can be done by proper site selection, seeding rate, weed control and planting method. -
Farm transition planning is a key element for multi-generation farms
Published on March 31, 2011
Farm women can learn about farm transitioning through Annie’s Project II meeting on April 7. -
Field peas for northern Michigan
Published on March 31, 2011
With volatile and rising purchased grain costs, field peas may be a good farm-grown option. -
Changes to the process for siting new and expanding livestock operations
Published on March 30, 2011
Livestock producers and contractors planning construction projects in 2011 need to be aware of recent changes to the process for siting new and expanding livestock operations.