News
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Forage cost of production has significant impact on 2013 hay prices
Published on June 26, 2013
Knowing production costs for forages helps producers set current prices in a turbulent hay market. -
Grounding the electric fence
Published on June 26, 2013
Proper grounding is extremely important when installing an electric fence, the fence energizer is only as effective as the grounding system that is installed with it. -
Grinding and screening composted bones
Published on June 25, 2013
Mechanical screening and grinding of bones from finished mortality compost may be a future consideration. -
New tools emerging to measure soil health
Published on June 14, 2013
The MSU Upper Peninsula Research and Extension Center is considering new tools to evaluate soil health and fertility. -
Forage management for sheep and goat production
Published on June 13, 2013
Efficient forage use is essential to the profitability of all farms regardless of size. -
Foot rot in sheep and goats
Published on June 10, 2013
Foot rot is a highly contagious disease among sheep and goats. -
Vendors can link with farmers markets through online Market Maker: Part 1
Published on June 5, 2013
Agricultural producers can enhance their visibility by making business connections with the markets they serve using the online Market Maker. -
Farmers markets can link with vendors through Market Maker: Part 2
Published on June 5, 2013
Farmers markets and other users of agricultural products can easily identify local sources by making business connections with vendors using the online tool Market Maker. -
What is sore mouth?
Published on June 5, 2013
Sore mouth can affect production and performance in sheep and goats. -
Direct marketing of meat can provide farmers with a greater share of the profit
Published on May 31, 2013
When direct marketing meat, it’s important to consider all of the costs involved.