Resources

Preparing First Responders for Accidents Involving Livestock

Published on June 6, 2024
MSU Extension helps ensure strong, safe communities by providing resources for local governments and law enforcement to keep travelers and our food supply secure when dealing with accidents involving livestock animals.
MSU Extension provides workforce development opportunities for the animal agriculture industry

Published on September 6, 2023
Michigan State University Extension provides valuable services, programs and information for Michigan’s agriculture industry.
MSU Extension programs improve animal health

Published on September 5, 2023
Michigan State University Extension provides valuable services, programs and information for Michigan’s animal agriculture industry by engaging in research, education and outreach that addresses animal health concerns directly on the farm.
The Anatomy of a Soil Test Report

Published on March 9, 2023
A summary of how to understand a soil test report to help you best understand and analyze the results to make effective farm management and soil fertility decisions.
A Field Guide To Soil Sampling

Published on October 13, 2022
Soil sampling is a foundational step to make effective farm management and soil fertility decisions. This step-by-step field guide is a summary of best practices and recommendations for composite soil sampling to help you do just that.
Manure Management for Fairs and Exhibitions- Emergency Spill Response

Published on May 11, 2021
A guide to planning for manure spill response at fairs and expos: #4 in a series of four fact sheets for fairs and expos.
Manure Management for Fairs and Exhibitions – Storage

Published on May 11, 2021
A guide to developing manure storage at fairs and expos: #2 in a series of four fact sheets for fairs and expos.
Manure Management for Fairs and Exhibitions- Hauling, Spreading, and Composting

Published on May 11, 2021
Whether you are moving manure directly to a storage facility, transferring manure to a field for temporary stockpile, composting or applying manure, details matter: #3 in a series of four fact sheets for fairs and expos.
Manure Management for Fairs and Exhibitions – Planning

Published on May 11, 2021
A guide to planning for manure management at fairs and expos: #1 in a series of four fact sheets for fairs and expos.
CHAMP E-Tool designed to assist the Michigan agriculture community

Published on July 21, 2020
This tool is designed for the Michigan agriculture community to help identify and implement appropriate and meaningful exposure control strategies to protect workers and the public.