News
-
Tapeworms: problem or not?
Published on November 16, 2016
Tapeworms often cause concern among sheep and goat producers because producers can see the obviously expelled worms. -
Challenges to feeding the seven billion and beyond – Part 5: GFSI and prospects for improvement
Published on November 3, 2016
Low to middle income countries in sub-Saharan Africa and south Asia are the most vulnerable to food insecurity. Several priorities to enhance the long-term food security in this region have been suggested. -
Checklist to prepare 4-H animal project facilities for winter weather
Published on October 27, 2016
Ten items to check for and do before winter weather arrives when you have or are getting 4-H animal projects. -
Looking forward with your livestock 4-H club
Published on October 21, 2016
Recognize successes, set SMART goals and achieve club success each year with the help of MSU Extension resources. -
Remote pilot in command certification for commercial drone operators
Published on October 20, 2016
Landmark changes to the small Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) rule provide an easier path for commercial drone operators to secure FAA certification. -
Fall fencing for livestock
Published on October 17, 2016
Fall is a great time to build a new fence and repair old lines. -
Second year hay fertilizer and lime demonstration in Chippewa County
Published on October 14, 2016
On-farm demonstration looks at second year carry-over effect of single year fertilization versus repeat fertilization in second year. -
Preventing and controlling contagious foot rot in your goat herd
Published on September 22, 2016
Contagious foot rot in goats can be controlled and prevented by implementing a few good management practices. -
Brown marmorated stink bugs are moving into Michigan homes again
Published on September 22, 2016
What they are, why stink bugs are entering houses, and what you can do about them. -
Challenges to feeding the seven billion and beyond – Part 4: Global Food Security Index
Published on September 22, 2016
The 2016 Global Food Security Index reports most countries made modest improvements in the past five years. Long-term threats need to be addressed to sustain this progress.