News
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Business resources available through Michigan State University Product Center-ShadeFund Partnership
Published on October 16, 2012
ShadeFund, through its field partnership with Michigan State University Product Center, provides small loans to Michigan entrepreneurs connected to the land and food system. -
Aflatoxin less pervasive than expected
Published on October 15, 2012
The distinct lack of aflatoxin in Michigan corn is a positive note at the end of a difficult season. -
Summer pasture realities lead to winter forage supply woes
Published on October 12, 2012
Don’t let the impact of 2012 drought linger too long in your pastures. -
Farms have options and deadlines in Risk Management programs at the Farm Service Agency
Published on October 5, 2012
Farms with crop production need to be aware of enrollment deadlines for crop insurance programs or risk losses may not be covered under USDA Farm Service Agency Disaster and Crop Loss Programs. -
Hunters on my farm
Published on October 4, 2012
Good relations between agriculture and hunters takes work on both sides. -
Pasture walk at Shupe Dairy Farm will emphasize fall pasture management
Published on October 4, 2012
Networking and learning from others is an important tool for graziers, so join us October 17 in Elkton, Mich., for a pasture walk focusing on analyzing pastures for winter. -
What issues are on the horizon for livestock producers?
Published on October 1, 2012
2012 harvest, high feed costs and lowering market prices are on the mind of every livestock producer. -
Direct marketing of locally produced meats offers opportunity for livestock producers
Published on September 28, 2012
Understanding meat inspection is important to comply with regulations -
Soil nutrients from livestock manure are valuable, use them wisely
Published on September 28, 2012
Fertilizer prices have increased dramatically over the last decade. Soil fertility is a critical factor affecting yield potential. Nutrients should be spread evenly over fields, rather than allow nutrients to build to high levels on a few fields. -
Rest pastures and stockpile grass for next spring
Published on September 28, 2012
Rest pastures and stockpile forage now for a strong and early start next spring. Allowing livestock to continuously graze pastures while full feeding hay, provides little added nutrition, while damaging plants for future growth.