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eXtension: Land grant universities at your fingertips
Published on December 29, 2011
eXtension is an online resource developed collaboratively by the nation’s land grant institutions to provide credible, research-based information to the public on topics of daily life, communities and business and may be accessed at www.extension.org. -
Automatic hitches make it easier to connect to implements
Published on December 14, 2011
When hitching a wagon or other implement, a farmer may have to repeatedly climb on and off their tractor, which can be a hassle. For someone with leg or mobility impairments, this is downright painful, or even impossible. -
Beware of frostbite in winter months
Published on December 14, 2011
As harvest comes to a close and the weather turns cold, there are certain precautions that should be taken in order to safe over the winter months. -
Air emissions and animal agriculture
Published on December 9, 2011
“Air Emissions and Animal Agriculture” provides science-based information on food animal production in the United States and the odors and air emissions associated with livestock and poultry production. -
Manure storage and getting through the winter
Published on December 6, 2011
Less manure in storage going into winter will reduce the need to spread in the winter -
Michigan regulations for manure, and contaminated wash and storm water on livestock farms
Published on December 2, 2011
Some people ask “Are there any laws for farmers spreading manure?” Others claim, “There are too many laws” regarding manure management. So what are the laws in Michigan? -
Environmental challenges for agriculture
Published on November 23, 2011
EPA proposes a rule requiring CAFOs to submit information to EPA to more effectively carryout permitting on a national level -
Factors to consider when buying high quality forage seed
Published on November 17, 2011
One of the most important factors affecting successful forage establishment begins with purchasing high quality forage seed. -
Cover crops and winter spreading: a match made in heaven
Published on November 15, 2011
Cover crops are the perfect companion for spreading manure in the winter -
Calving pens: manage for health
Published on November 1, 2011
Both the dam and the newborn calf are vulnerable to infection at calving time. The key is to reduce exposure to bacteria through management.