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Tax planning for 2012 is more important than ever
Published on March 12, 2012
With tax rules and options changing, a profitable 2011 for farms may require additional tax management planning for 2012. -
Livestock may not mix with fruit and vegetable production
Published on March 1, 2012
Livestock in close proximity to produce-growing areas can pose a problem for growers seeking food safety certification. With proper mitigation strategies, the two can coexist. Without these strategies, passing an audit may be difficult. -
Why you need to share the right agriculture message
Published on March 1, 2012
Close your eyes and think of the word agriculture. Is your image the same as your friends or neighbors who are not involved in agriculture? -
Right to farm: site selection for new and expanding livestock operations
Published on February 2, 2012
Siting GAAMPs are an important component of the planning process when farmers are considering expanding, or building new, livestock facilities. -
Can I trust my meat thermometer?
Published on January 30, 2012
Ground red meat: 160°F, steaks and roasts: 145°F, all poultry: 165°F; how to know if that meat thermometer can be trusted. -
Updated social security basics for farmers
Published on January 20, 2012
Legislation passed late last year extended some FICA tax provisions until the end of February. -
Knowledge of modern agriculture goes home
Published on January 9, 2012
Michigan State University Extension’s Breakfast on the Farm (BOTF) program is one effort to improve agricultural literacy. Key “take-home” messages are an important component of each educational event. -
Building employee loyalty through involvement
Published on January 9, 2012
How can you build employee loyalty? Table Rock Farm, Inc. of Castile, NY provides an example of one way to do just that. -
Telling your agriculture story to the public...everyday!
Published on January 9, 2012
Farmers across the country need to take action to meet the need of consumers who are asking questions about how animals are raised and about how their food is produced. -
Is global the new local?
Published on December 29, 2011
Income and population growth in other countries provides opportunity for Michigan’s Ag business development. Michigan State University is partnering with government and industry to capitalize on the world’s taste for U.S. food and agricultural products.