News
-
How do swine producers and veterinarians think precision livestock farming could help farms?
Published on August 13, 2024
Veterinarians think PLF could help in more ways than producers do. -
What drives swine producers to buy into precision livestock farming technology?
Published on August 13, 2024
A combination of personal experience and external influences shapes producer decisions. -
Finding financial success in uncertain times
Published on July 29, 2024
Revised online course available from MSU Extension -
On-farm compost production and Right to Farm
Published on June 27, 2024
Understanding the role of Right to Farm when composting activities occur on a farming operation. -
More than $2.5M in new funding to support Michigan animal agriculture research, outreach
Published on June 17, 2024
The Michigan Alliance for Animal Agriculture will be supporting 23 new research and outreach projects. -
Mortality composting resources for responsible management practices
Published on June 3, 2024
Managing livestock mortalities on-farm requires careful planning and precaution. MSU Extension has compiled resources on mortality management. -
A look at agriculture in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
Published on May 16, 2024
A check-in with the Michigan field office of the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service shows a small, but important farming sector across the region. -
Antibiotic use in swine production
Published on May 13, 2024
Why new regulations are a double-edged sword. -
Togetherall cultivates online support for farmers
Published on May 9, 2024
Discover Togetherall, an online community for farmers, and explore additional resources provided by MSU Extension. Remember, you're never alone in your journey. -
Michigan AgrAbility to host regional workshop
Published on April 29, 2024
Michigan AgrAbility and the National AgrAbility Program are teaming up to offer an assistive technology professional training in Ann Arbor July 16-18, 2024. -
The basics of lagoons and anaerobic digester clean out
Published on April 25, 2024
Advice for sampling and cleanout for lagoons and anaerobic digesters and safety considerations. -
Swine Producers and Veterinarians, We Need Your Insights in Shaping the Future of Pork Production.
Published on April 4, 2024
A multi-state effort is underway to understand better knowledge and educational needs of small swine producers and small swine herd veterinarians. -
Need tips to tackle field ruts? Tune into Field Crops Virtual Breakfast on March 28!
Published on March 21, 2024
Join the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series on March 28 for an engaging conversation on handling (and preventing) field ruts and compaction this upcoming season. -
2024 Field Crops Virtual Breakfast kickoff to highlight early season weed control
Published on March 14, 2024
Spring is here and so is the Field Crops Virtual Breakfast Series! Join us March 21 for the best management recommendations to start your season off well. -
Small swine farm management of pigs in spring and summer
Published on March 14, 2024
Helpful tips to keep your swine herd healthy in the spring and summer seasons. -
Small swine farm manure management in the summer
Published on March 14, 2024
Best practices to keep manure in check for your swine herd in the summer season. -
Field days, workshops and webinars for farmers transitioning to organic
Published on March 14, 2024
Sign up now to visit an organic farm or learn from organic farmers. -
What do Americans think of using precision livestock farming technology on U.S. swine farms?
Published on March 7, 2024
Perception of United States public on precision livestock farming. -
Basic types of ventilation in swine barns
Published on March 4, 2024
What type of ventilation would be better for my production? -
The color of meat depends on myoglobin: Part 1
Published on March 1, 2024
Myoglobin is the iron-rich protein that gives meat its color.