Poultry

Michigan State University Extension’s focus on poultry production brings together cross-discipline educators and researchers who work with both commercial poultry producers, small flock owners, and youth. Programming exists for all audiences ranging from specialized programming for commercial production and basic management practices for small flock and youth owners.

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• Agriculture is expected to remain strong in the coming decade

  May 10, 2013 | Mark Seamon | USDA projections indicate optimism for the agriculture industry.

• Agriculture’s aging workforce presents personal safety concerns

  April 29, 2013 | Stan Moore | The average age of farm owner/operators continues to increase each year. Research shows that the single largest age category for work-related fatalities on farms is the 60+ age group.

• HOT TOPICHaving rib steak or rib chops for dinner tonight?

  April 26, 2013 | Jeannine Schweihofer | Updated labeling of meat packages simplifies information for consumers.

• Processing meat? You may need a variance to be legal

  April 26, 2013 | Jeannine Schweihofer | Specialized meat processors need a variance from MDARD. Attend a training May 21, 2013 to learn about the application process.

• Social media has the opportunity to influence food preferences

  April 24, 2013 | Brenda J. Reau | Market research shows that consumers are learning about food options through social media.

• Can combining mortality composting from two separate farms constitute a CAFO?

  April 23, 2013 | Dale Rozeboom | Under current rules and regulations, the animal capacity and land base of both farms may together constitute a large CAFO.

• Keep herbicides out of groundwater and surface water

  April 23, 2013 | Christina Curell | Six field practices can protect water quality from herbicide applications.

• Select and use herbicides without harming the environment

  April 23, 2013 | Christina Curell | Fifteen steps to safely apply herbicides.

• What’s your manure IQ?

  April 23, 2013 | Christina Curell | A quick quiz will reveal and enhance your manure wisdom.

• Manure structures should be monitored during extreme wet weather conditions

  April 19, 2013 | Gerald May | Recent heavy rains have added to what may have been nearly full manure storage structures. Livestock farmers are encouraged to monitor these facilities and prepare to take action should an emergency develop.

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