News
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Using a refractometer to monitor the success of your colostrum program
Published on March 28, 2017
Using a hand-held refractometer is an inexpensive, reliable on-farm method to check if you colostrum program is working well. -
Fecal egg count to determine deworming treatment: Lessons learned
Published on March 28, 2017
Deworming cattle at the start of the grazing season is a common management practice. Farmers should utilize fecal egg counts to determine if treatment is necessary. -
Why check colostrum quality?
Published on March 13, 2017
Checking colostrum quality is not a new idea, in fact, for more than 30 years it has been a standard recommendation. So what’s new about it or why bring it up again? -
Plan now for corn silage success – Part 1: Hybrid selection
Published on March 8, 2017
Hybrid selection, crop nutrient planning and flexible harvest management can pay off at harvest and feeding time. -
Michigan’s unreported large quantity water withdrawal registration initiative and related workshops
Published on March 5, 2017
MDEQ offers an opportunity for never before registered large quantity water users to register withdrawals and area workshops allow producers to start the process. -
Choosing the right small wind electric or solar photovoltaic system for your farm
Published on February 28, 2017
Extension experts to provide guidance to Michigan farmers at upcoming conference. -
What will climate change mean to my alfalfa stands this year?
Published on February 27, 2017
Record warmth in February 2017 may pose risks. -
Drones in agriculture and hands-on drone training
Published on February 22, 2017
Training programs tie how to fly Unmanned Aerial Systems, or drones, together with data collection and geographic data analysis. -
Minimize negative impacts of winter manure spreading
Published on February 20, 2017
Farmers can make management decisions to protect water resources while spreading manure this winter. -
Preparing for calving: Are you ready for the most stressful time of year?
Published on February 16, 2017
A review for some basic equipment and management recommendations to assist with calving.