Michigan Thread - all are welcome!

[mrshaggie810]

I feel the same, I'm paranoid about eating something toxic. The only thing I ever hunt is morels. Breaded and fried with a little bacon... Mmm

I don't even know what morels look or taste like, but I know quite a few people in my family love them! That sounds delicious!

 

[1muttsfan]

Just a reminder that wild mushroom hunting is really for experts or those with training by those who really know their mushrooms. A few years ago a couple I knew gave their dog the wild mushrooms left over from their dinner. The dog lapsed into liver failure and had to be euthanized. Many very dangerous mushrooms look very similar to those that are edible, and some people are more sensitive than others to the effects of "edible" ones, even Morels.

 

[Maah]

Have been meaning to thank who ever shared the meat loaf recipe, It was delicious!!

that slow roasting chicken sounded good to!!

You are very welcome for the recipe!! It is a family favorite.

I wish I knew all the wild mushrooms... but I only know the morels & puff balls. That hen of the woods looks amazing!

 

[RaZ]

The article I read was in Chickens from Hobby Farm magazine. "The Fungi and the Fowl" was written by Frank Hyman in the March/April 2013 issue.

The article focused on wine cap mushrooms (Stropharia rugosoannulata). You can find out more at www.mushroommountain.com.

 

[poultrylubber]

Just a reminder that wild mushroom hunting is really for experts or those with training by those who really know their mushrooms.  A few years ago a couple I knew gave their dog the wild mushrooms left over from their dinner.  The dog lapsed into liver failure and had to be euthanized.  Many very dangerous mushrooms look very similar to those that are edible, and some people are more sensitive than others to the effects of "edible" ones, even Morels.

One year my mom and I thought that we had found a jackpot of morels but we found out that they were a poisonous mushroom that looked very si milar to morals. Thankfully we found out what they were before anbody ate them.

 

[HollyDuckFarmer]

Amiga over in Ducks told me about a website "Fungi Perfecti" ... about mushrooms

 

[Huston's Happy Hens]

Barnyard mix (BO over SLW, BR, EE and BO) and if I have extra buff brahmas and wheaten marans, I'll have those too.

I am VERY interested in the buff brahmas....been looking for months! Would you send me a PM with a couple of pictures and how many you will have available, please! Thanks!

 

[RaZ]

We went through the MAEAP certs today, both "Farm-A-Syst" and "Livestock-A-Syst". This was with the tech from Monroe Conservation District.
We went over a lot of details and I only had a few minor things to take care of. They all had to do with record keeping issues except one item. I have to place my lawnmower gas can in a secondary containment container. Basically set the can in a plastic tote.

Record keeping is a bit more detailed such as an emergency plan in case of sudden animal death or illness. And a few mundane items such as labeling my feed containers, gas cans, and the tote for the gas can. By the way, if you use DE or disinfectants they are considered pesticides and you need an emergency plan for any spill.

I have a ton of details and should be ready for the final inspection within a few weeks after I get a few more things from the technician, something called MARI and RUSELS. Whatever that stands for. I also have to finish up spring cleaning in the yard and chicken run. Just routine spring chores that every homeowner typically does. Neatness counts during the final inspection.

One last thing is the soil test. It must be run through a certified lab. Home tests are not accepted.

 

[minniefarm]

We went through the MAEAP certs today, both "Farm-A-Syst" and "Livestock-A-Syst". This was with the tech from Monroe Conservation District.
We went over a lot of details and I only had a few minor things to take care of. They all had to do with record keeping issues except one item. I have to place my lawnmower gas can in a secondary containment container. Basically set the can in a plastic tote.

Record keeping is a bit more detailed such as an emergency plan in case of sudden animal death or illness. And a few mundane items such as labeling my feed containers, gas cans, and the tote for the gas can. By the way, if you use DE or disinfectants they are considered pesticides and you need an emergency plan for any spill.

I have a ton of details and should be ready for the final inspection within a few weeks after I get a few more things from the technician, something called MARI and RUSELS. Whatever that stands for. I also have to finish up spring cleaning in the yard and chicken run. Just routine spring chores that every homeowner typically does. Neatness counts during the final inspection.

One last thing is the soil test. It must be run through a certified lab. Home tests are not accepted.

I must have missed something. What is all that for?

 

[RaZ]

MAEAP certification means that your farm operation is environmentally sound and meets GAAMPs compliance. This is helpful if you have a small operation.