News
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Breakfast on the Farm programs underway
Published on June 29, 2012
Eight diverse farms from across Michigan were selected to host Breakfast on the Farm events in 2012. -
Teaching youth about agriculture
Published on June 29, 2012
For twenty-two consecutive years third graders from throughout Washtenaw County have had the opportunity to participate in Rural Education Days or Project RED, as it is better known. -
June 23 Breakfast on the Farm sets new attendance record
Published on June 29, 2012
Consumers are interested in knowing more about where their food comes from. Record number 2,658 attendees participated in the Breakfast on the Farm event hosted by Choate’s Belly Acres near Cement City in Jackson County. -
Age-related factors and farming: Part One
Published on June 29, 2012
Age-related health conditions may slow you down when you’re working in the field. Equipment modifications can make things a little easier on an aging farmer. -
Age-related factors and farming: Part Two
Published on June 29, 2012
Age-related health conditions may slow you down when you’re working in the field. Equipment modifications can make things a little easier on an aging farmer. -
Avoid heat stress in your sheep and goats
Published on June 29, 2012
Make sure your sheep and goats have access to plenty of clean fresh water on hot, humid days. -
Pinkeye in cattle: Part One
Published on June 28, 2012
How to determine if your cattle have a pinkeye infection. -
Dry lotting your cows allows pasture to recover after drought
Published on June 28, 2012
Drought conditions call for a drylot plan to avoid pasture stress. -
Sorghum species crops as a drought emergency crop
Published on June 28, 2012
Drought conditions have been regionalized across Michigan and other Midwestern states. Sorghum species crops can be planted in droughty areas to supplement forage supply of dairy and beef producers. -
Feed planning and management, more critical this year than in the past
Published on June 28, 2012
Hay and forage production planning will be critical in 2012 as weather conditions are pushing total potential production levels lower, which will impact overall profitability on your farm.