News
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Increasing transparency through food dialogues
Published on November 29, 2012
The Food Dialogues - New York, sponsored by the U.S. Farmers and Ranchers Alliance (USFRA) on Nov. 15 is “food for thought” and available for viewing. -
Soil health and soil quality
Published on November 20, 2012
Understanding the differences between soil health and soil quality. -
Hay prices high as 2012 drought has wreaked havoc on supplies
Published on November 20, 2012
This year the hay market is a seller's market regardless of feed quality. -
What total maximum daily load (TMDL) means to agriculture
Published on November 12, 2012
TMDL is becoming a common term in rural communities. It’s important for farmers to understand how TMDLs affect nearby watersheds. -
Cost of renovating hay or pasture fields in northern Michigan
Published on November 9, 2012
Figure out costs and risks before working up old hay fields or pastures. -
Beef cow winter feed planning
Published on November 6, 2012
Winter feed resources for beef cows. -
Single species versus multiple species cover crops
Published on November 6, 2012
Michigan’s Upper Peninsula trial explores option of multi-species cover crops for soil-building. -
Fall manure application tips
Published on November 4, 2012
Maximize value and limit risks this fall through careful manure application. -
Challenges to feeding the seven billion and beyond – Part 2: Role of scientific innovations
Published on October 17, 2012
This is the second in a series of articles to review some of the current information on challenges to feeding the nine billion world population in 2050. -
Modern lamb production field day
Published on October 17, 2012
A modern lamb production field day hosted by Michigan State University Extension will take place Nov. 3 from 1-5 p.m. at three farms near Eaton Rapids, Mich.