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Beware of frostbite in winter months
Published on December 14, 2011
As harvest comes to a close and the weather turns cold, there are certain precautions that should be taken in order to safe over the winter months. -
Automatic hitches make it easier to connect to implements
Published on December 14, 2011
When hitching a wagon or other implement, a farmer may have to repeatedly climb on and off their tractor, which can be a hassle. For someone with leg or mobility impairments, this is downright painful, or even impossible. -
Manure storage and getting through the winter
Published on December 6, 2011
Less manure in storage going into winter will reduce the need to spread in the winter -
Isolation distances to protect water quality
Published on December 2, 2011
Water quality can be impacted on Michigan farms by virtue of distance the practice has to surface water and wells. -
Free webcast helps horse owners prepare for winter
Published on November 21, 2011
Sheltering, blanketing, feeding requirements and access to unfrozen water should be evaluated when preparing for the winter months. -
Factors to consider when buying high quality forage seed
Published on November 17, 2011
One of the most important factors affecting successful forage establishment begins with purchasing high quality forage seed. -
Providing shelter for your horse in winter months
Published on November 4, 2011
Plan to make appropriate adjustments for shelter and protection from winter weather for your horse. -
Utilizing a sacrifice/exercise lot for your horse
Published on November 4, 2011
Sacrifice lots can be used as an equine management tool to provide an area for exercise while protecting pasture areas. -
Send your farm products to school
Published on November 1, 2011
Michigan State University assists communities, agricultural producers and school personnel in increasing Michigan foods in the menus of local schools. -
True or False: Taking the last alfalfa cutting will not hurt my stands?
Published on October 26, 2011
Weigh these factors to determine the right answer for the final cut of your alfalfa fields.