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Animal welfare for youth: Part 2 – Introducing the Five Freedoms to youth
Published on July 9, 2020
This series will explore basic concepts of animal welfare and why 4-H youth involved in animal projects should be familiar with this subject. -
Animal welfare for youth: Part 1 – What is animal welfare?
Published on July 7, 2020
This series will explore basic concepts of animal welfare and why 4-H youth involved in animal projects should be familiar with this subject. -
MSU to host agriculture and natural resources field days from afar
Published on July 1, 2020
Events will showcase ongoing research projects, provide timely information to producers -
Michigan State University Extension releases COVID-19 Hazard Assessment and Mitigation Program (CHAMP) e-tool to support the agriculture industry
Published on June 24, 2020
The MSU Extension CHAMP e-tool will assist farms and businesses involved in agriculture with developing a written COVID-19 control plan. -
Working women, the backbone of family farms
Published on June 23, 2020
The role of women in farming continues to evolve. The added stress of working off the farm while balancing traditional responsibilities can be difficult to manage. -
The heads and tails of Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP) guidance for livestock and wool producers
Published on June 11, 2020
Navigating CFAP for livestock producers. -
Planning tool for welfare culling during farm disrupted operations
Published on May 4, 2020
When cull animal markets are disrupted, on-farm euthanasia of these animals based on welfare may have to be considered. -
In times of supply chain disruption, how do I appropriately dispose of my livestock mortalities?
Published on May 3, 2020
Learn about mortality disposal options according to the Michigan Bodies of Dead Animals Act. -
Supply chain disruptions
Published on May 3, 2020
When workers essential to the food supply become ill, how does this affect the food supply chain within the meat industry? -
Farm safety: COVID-19 health screening requirements for essential employees
Published on April 29, 2020
New health screening requirements for essential employees will help keep our farms safe and ensure that they can keep running during this pandemic. -
Novel coronavirus information for animal owners
Published on April 23, 2020
There are many questions regarding animal and human health during the COVID-19 pandemic, however, there are animal health experts we can turn to for answers. -
Pork from ractopamine-fed pigs is safe for consumption
Published on April 17, 2020
Despite recent decisions by some US packers to process only ractopamine-free pigs, it is important to understand that meat products are safe for consumers when ractopamine is used according to label directions. -
Your farm and the Families First Act
Published on April 16, 2020
Do you know how the Families First Coronavirus Response Act will affect your farm and your employees? -
MSU Extension Farm Stress Program partners to connect farmers with mental health services
Published on April 14, 2020
Farmers can now access counseling with licensed therapists via teletherapy. -
What does a herd health plan look like?
Published on April 13, 2020
A herd health plan is a wonderful tool to help you manage your livestock all year long. -
Michigan has muscle when it comes to agriculture
Published on April 9, 2020
Michigan farmers produce 300 different crops, providing Michigan residents with a safe, secure and abundant food supply. -
Protecting yourself and your farm employees from COVID-19
Published on March 27, 2020
Considerations to help producers protect themselves, their families and employees from novel coronavirus, the virus that causes the infectious disease COVID-19. -
Simple ventilation tips as warm weather approaches
Published on March 10, 2020
Ventilation is key to running a successful swine operation. These tips and tricks can help you make the transition between seasons. -
When considering how best to prevent disease spread on-farm, what is good for the goose is good for the gander (and the pigs)
Published on March 10, 2020
Control at the source and further prevention is critical to preventing disease spread both on the farm and in humans. -
Reducing the risk of secondary contamination from Ractopamine part 3
Published on March 5, 2020
It's extremely important that youth exhibitors who participate in swine projects at their county fair or other livestock exhibitions take a few critical steps before bringing animals home to reduce the risk of exposure to ractopamine products.