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Showing character Part 5: Fairness
Published on July 23, 2015
Fairness is the fifth value in a series of the Showing Character curriculum designed to provide opportunities for youth to learn as they develop character in their 4-H livestock projects. -
Grazing lambs: Key considerations for successful weaning
Published on July 23, 2015
Strong and steady lamb prices create an even stronger incentive to optimize weaning strategies for lambs born and/or raised on pasture. -
Grass fed beef conference coming to Michigan in September
Published on July 22, 2015
The 2015 International Grass Fed Exchange Conference will bring grass fed beef producers from across the North American Continent to Mt. Pleasant, MI. on Sept. 16 – 18. -
Better nutrient management with edge-of-field monitoring
Published on July 19, 2015
A new conservation program helps farmers retain crop nutrients. The 2015 deadline to apply is July 24. -
Do pasture management & nutrient management go hand in hand?
Published on July 1, 2015
Management Intensive Grazing can help graziers have a more uniform distribution of manure and urine nutrients. Nutrient distribution and pasture rest will help graziers better utilize and manage the natural resource base. -
Commodity markets for grains and dairy reviewed
Published on July 1, 2015
Did you miss the recent market update? Here are some resources to stay connected. -
August farm tour will feature manure processing and conservation practices
Published on June 29, 2015
Participants in the “What’s New with Poo” bus tour will visit four farms implementing cutting-edge technologies and utilizing unique conservations practices. -
Bookmarks on animal care and well-being available
Published on June 22, 2015
New resources answer common care and well-being questions about 4-H project animals at local fairs in the form of educational bookmarks. -
Animal manure compost
Published on June 22, 2015
Composting of animal manure can be beneficial to soil health while also reducing spreader application time and more advantageous spreading on hay and pasture fields during the growing season. -
4-H Animal Care and Well-Being Guide released
Published on June 22, 2015
New resource regarding animal care and well-being to assist those who manage or participate in public events involving animals.