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2025 Beef Brawl

Published on April 25, 2025
Tell me if you heard this one? Three farmers walk into a coffee shop. One brags about 586 lb. weaned calves. Another claims 600 lbs. plus. The third says he sold his at 470 lbs., no shots, straight off the cow—way cheaper.
Michigan chestnut crop report – April 24, 2025

Published on April 25, 2025
Based on degree day modeling, black stem borer activity has likely started in southern Lower Peninsula.
Optimizing sheep nutrition: A virtual management series

Published on April 25, 2025
Are you interested in learning more about feeding your sheep? This MSU Extension program can help you understand how to optimize your feeding program.
Category 4 sites under the Right to Farm Act Site Selection GAAMP

Published on April 25, 2025
Site Selection GAAMP provides local authority to permit livestock keeping in primarily residential areas
Insights into small swine producers: Survey results on health, management and sustainability

Published on April 25, 2025
An overview into the practices, challenges and needs of independent swine producers and independent swine herd veterinarians from a 2024 National Pork Board funded survey.
Stress management and rumen and hindgut acidosis in dairy calves

Published on April 25, 2025
Priming young calves through their digestive system can set them up to be super star milk cows or beef cattle.
Fruit growers need to be aware of significant pesticide label changes

Published on April 25, 2025
An ever-increasing number of pesticide labels require applicators to utilize the Bulletins Live! Two system to check for additional use limitations to protect endangered species and their habitat.
Agricultural pesticides are undergoing significant label changes that growers should be aware of

Published on April 25, 2025
An ever-increasing number of pesticide labels require applicators to utilize the Bulletins Live! Two system to check for additional use limitations to protect endangered species and their habitat.
Wheat Watchers week of April 21, 2025

Published on April 24, 2025
See how the wheat crop is progressing across the state this week.
Getting insect traps out early is essential for accurate management decisions throughout the season

Published on April 23, 2025
Make sure you hang traps before the expected first flight of your target insect.