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Reducing energy expenses
Published on December 4, 2015
Farmers who attended workshops have experienced success in securing utility rebates and USDA grant funding to implement energy efficiency and renewable energy projects. -
Michigan Farm Energy Audit Program – Auditor training
Published on December 4, 2015
Audits performed by auditors certified by the Michigan Farm Energy Audit Program have increased the number of approved on-farm energy efficiency projects in Michigan. -
Spartan students assist a farmer with mobility issues
Published on December 1, 2015
MSU Mechanical Engineering students help AgrAbilty through capstone project. -
Are you developing or just dictating to employees?
Published on November 17, 2015
As an employer, you want your employees to follow the procedures that you have set, you want them to do what you say, and you want it done now and consistently done. However, we will not achieve those characteristics by command. -
Cropland leasing trends
Published on November 16, 2015
Midwest cropland lease rates declining with slight shift to flexible leases. -
The business of soil health
Published on November 2, 2015
How to determine the value of soil health. -
Reflections of the 2015 Michigan poultry show ban in 4-H youth programs
Published on October 20, 2015
The 2015 Michigan poultry show ban presented many challenges, but 4-H members rose to the occasion. -
Poultry producers reminded to be on alert for avian influenza
Published on October 9, 2015
With fair season over, backyard poultry owners may feel the threat of avian influenza has weakened. To the contrary, poultry producers should remain vigilant this fall, learning about the disease and taking proper precautions to keep their flocks healthy. -
Hiring labor for your farming operation? Use the Agricultural Employer Checklist
Published on October 5, 2015
Michigan State University Extension has recently revised its Agricultural Employer Checklist. Farms that hire labor should use this document as a general education tool on the employment process. -
Managing brown marmorated stink bugs in homes
Published on September 30, 2015
How to prevent and get rid of brown marmorated stink bugs in your home or building.