News
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Can combining mortality composting from two separate farms constitute a CAFO?
Published on April 23, 2013
Under current rules and regulations, the animal capacity and land base of both farms may together constitute a large CAFO. -
Manure structures should be monitored during extreme wet weather conditions
Published on April 19, 2013
Recent heavy rains have added to what may have been nearly full manure storage structures. Livestock farmers are encouraged to monitor these facilities and prepare to take action should an emergency develop. -
Poly tank inspection techniques
Published on April 18, 2013
Maintenance of polyethylene tanks is critical for safe use. -
Farmland rent may never be average
Published on April 18, 2013
Landowners are updating their 2013 land rental arrangements to reflect the volatility in commodity markets. -
Are there health impacts from living near animal feeding operations?
Published on April 3, 2013
Scientists explore relationship between living near livestock and health. -
Agriculture HR resources now available on new MSU FIRM Team website
Published on March 28, 2013
The Farm Information Resource Management (FIRM) team at Michigan State University has launched its new webpage including a Labor and Human Resource Management section. -
The new I-9 is here
Published on March 28, 2013
The new Form I-9 is now available. Farmers should begin using the new form immediately for all new hires. -
A changing climate’s impact on water and water resources
Published on March 22, 2013
Michigan State University Assistant Professor Pouyan Nejadhashemi will speak on future increased precipitation due to climate variability and change and its impact on farmland and agricultural best management practices. -
Spill prevention, control and countermeasures for farms
Published on March 20, 2013
Farmers whose fuel oil storage capacity meet the EPA’s Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasures program criteria have until May 10, 2013 to file their SPCC plan. -
Grant funding for growers -- Part II
Published on March 16, 2013
While not plentiful, grant opportunities for growers do exist. Here is a brief list of grants offered to Michigan growers.