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Farmers and motorists can work together to prevent traffic collisions involving farm equipment
Published on May 13, 2015
Motorists and farmers can use these practical recommendations to avoid traffic collisions involving farm equipment. -
Safe horseback riding on the roads and trails
Published on May 8, 2015
Register Now for the May 19 webinar to learn about staying safe when trail riding your horse on the road. -
Utilizing warm-season grasses as vegetative buffers
Published on May 5, 2015
USDA-NRCS and MSU Extension demonstrate the functionality of tall, warm-season grasses as vegetative buffers when planted next to livestock facilities. -
Top five tips for perfecting your horse show patterns
Published on May 1, 2015
Need to tune up your performance in pattern classes? Check out these top five tips on perfecting horse show patterns. -
Improving forage productivity with assessment and planning – Part 1
Published on April 30, 2015
MSU forage specialist shares tips on improving forage productivity on a shoestring budget in a three-part article series, the first part focusing on assessment and planning. -
Chatting with the judge: Elaine Page
Published on April 27, 2015
Michigan 4-H horse show judge Elaine Page shares her personal perspective on her favorite classes, pet peeves and best piece of advice she’s been given. -
Three steps to prepare you and your livestock project for fair
Published on April 23, 2015
Be better prepared for your fair experience by planning, attending other shows and knowing your budget. -
Foal care: The first few hours of life
Published on April 21, 2015
The first few hours of life are a very critical time frame for the overall health and wellbeing of a newborn foal. -
Managing the farming system to feed our crops and protect our water
Published on April 17, 2015
Integrating conservation practices throughout the farming system can keep crop nutrients in the root zone and out of waterways. -
Own up to your role as an employee manager
Published on April 15, 2015
Instead of just putting up with the task of managing employees, take ownership for it and making it a strength of the operation.