Learn more about the 2025 MSU Extension Dairy programs
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EmailMany virtual and in-person events for the Michigan Dairy industry are offered in 2025.
The MSU Extension dairy team has a commitment to enhance the competitive advantage of Michigan dairy producers and Michigan’s dairy industry. We do this by:
- Conducting research and demonstrations directly with dairy producers
- Visiting farms to apply research-based information and concepts tailored to each unique operation
- Holding educational programs throughout the state focusing on issues relevant to the industry
- Creating and sharing educational resources through our website, social media, news releases, and emails
Each year, the MSU Extension Dairy Educators offer a variety of programs to help the Michigan Dairy industry remain profitable and sustainable. Dairy operations can request on-farm evaluations in area such as parlor performance, feeding management, heat stress abatement, and passive transfer of immunity in calves. Often, the results of these evaluations lead to requests for on-farm employee trainings, which can be tailored to the specific protocols used on a farm. Training topics include stockmanship, down cow management, calf care, dehorning, maternity, feeder, euthanasia, and communication.
The MSU Extension Dairy Team YouTube channel has over 50 videos on dairy topics, including the Heifer Academy series discussing heifer management. The virtual coffee break podcast is available on Apple Podcasts with over 70 episodes. To view a complete listing of dairy programs, visit the MSU Extension dairy events page.
For youth interested in 4-H events, Kendra Van Order provides many opportunities including the 4-H Dairy Conference, the dairy quiz bowl contest, and 4-H Dairy days. Contact her for additional information on these programs.
To stay up to date on MSU dairy happenings, you can read the Spartan Dairy Newsletter, follow us on Facebook, X, or LinkedIn.
The dairy team relies on the support of a group of progressive dairy producers and professionals who provide input on need in the industry and feedback on MSU Extension activities. Members serve two-year terms and meet regularly by phone and in person twice per year. This years members are Miguel Acevedo, Andrew Arens, Nathan Brearley, Carrie Ceh, Husbaldo Dominguez, Josh Garver, Jim Good, Kendra Kissane, Randi McCosh, Evelyn Okkema, Haylee Reisinger, Jennifer Roberts, Sarina Sharp and Carla Wardin.
Finally, the generous financial support of several sponsors helps to make the dairy programs possible. This includes the United Dairy Industry of Michigan, Caledonia Farm Elevator, Cornerstone Ag Management, SE AG Solutions, Wirth and Fedewa, Nobis Agri Science, Michigan Dairy Tech and Corteva Pioneer.
