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Your voice matters: How farmers can shape the future of AgrAbility

Published on November 21, 2024
The Quality of Life Survey evaluates the effectiveness of the AgrAbility project nationally, and shows that participants have a higher quality of life than those who do not work with AgrAbility.
Measuring antibiotic usage on your dairy farm: Why, how and what next?

Published on November 19, 2024
How many types of antibiotics does your farm use? How does your usage compare to other farms? Measuring something as complex as antibiotic usage on your dairy farm can seem intimidating, but MSU faculty and Extension staff can help.
Expanding the reach of MSU Extension: Cattle-focused program in Chile

Published on November 18, 2024
MSU Extension dairy educator and CANR global scholar offered program to veterinarians in Chile.
Compost can increase the water holding capacity in droughty soils

Published on November 13, 2024
Compost has the ability to increase water holding capacity of soils and can be a beneficial soil amendment in agricultural applications.
Optimizing farm facilities for effective heifer management

Published on November 13, 2024
Learn what factors make or break quality housing structures and take the time to go through your needs vs. wants when it comes to retrofitting and barn design, for all production stages.
Thumb Ag Day 2024 will feature agricultural vendors and educational sessions

Published on November 7, 2024
Join all your area MSU Extension agricultural educators for the 2024 Thumb Ag Day, Dec. 11.
Cultivating Success: Building Your Farm's Future with MSU Extension

Published on November 1, 2024
Succession planning for a family farm requires time, patience and the right advisors to guide each person throughout the transition plan. Join MSU Extension educators for a four-part series covering major topics for a positive farm transition.
Marketing spotlighted in new season of risk management series from MSU Extension

Published on October 30, 2024
Marketing is the main emphasis of this year’s Farm Policy and Risk Management Series
Release of letter to veterinarians to discontinue use of aspirin in lactating dairy cattle

Published on October 30, 2024
The FDA released a letter to veterinarians to discontinue extra-label use of aspirin in lactating dairy cattle. Dairy producers and veterinarians should revisit treatment protocols for pain and fever to eliminate aspirin products from treatment regimens.
Videos of Michigan SARE grantees highlight sustainable farm innovation

Published on October 24, 2024
Michigan hosts the North Central Region Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education administrative council and coordinators from 12 states for farm tours and video with grantees.