News
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MSU Extension urges backyard poultry owners to keep their flocks safe
Published on June 9, 2015
Proper handling and good sanitary practices will protect birds from avian influenza and other diseases. -
Hulless oats as a potential farm-grown feed grain
Published on June 8, 2015
Hulless oats could provide a nutrient-dense feed grain in northern Michigan areas where corn grain production is not reliable. -
Agriculture advocacy is important 365 days of the year
Published on June 5, 2015
Recognizing the abundance that agriculture provides is important and farmers are among the best advocates to help bridge the gap between consumers and modern agriculture. -
MSU Extension creates alternatives to live poultry shows for Michigan 4-H’ers
Published on June 1, 2015
Alternatives needed following announcement of cancellation of poultry and related shows as a precautionary measure to protect bird health in Michigan. -
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. -
Recruiting labor for your farm
Published on May 8, 2015
Maintaining a steady flow of applicants is helpful when a position suddenly needs to be filled. -
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. -
MSU Extension offers safety tips for backyard poultry flocks
Published on May 1, 2015
People need to be aware of threats to their own birds as well as their possible impact on commercial poultry production. -
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. -
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.