Agriculture
Depending on the time of year, severe weather can be devastating to Michigan’s family farms. The following information will help farmers deal with the impacts of severe weather to their farms.
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Heat stress in pigs
Published on July 5, 2012
Identifying the signs of stress in pigs during periods of hot weather will aid in making proactive adjustments to management and handling practices. -
Avoid heat stress in your sheep and goats
Published on June 29, 2012
Make sure your sheep and goats have access to plenty of clean fresh water on hot, humid days. -
Farmers and homeowners should be prepared for spring flooding
Published on May 7, 2012
According to the Extension Disaster Education Network (EDEN) floods are the most common natural disaster that communities face, excluding fire. -
Flooding of turf
Published on May 8, 2009
A resource on how to manage flooding of turf grass.