News

Rethinking calf hutch environments: Managing microclimates to improve health and welfare

Published on May 12, 2025
Being aware of and managing for shifts in the temperature humidity index in calf housing will help calves be healthier, develop better and be one step closer to entering the milking herd.
The BUG Project Launches Urban Bee Study Across the Great Lakes Region

Published on May 12, 2025
The BUG Project has launched a community-science initiative called "Urban Bees of the Great Lakes Region" to engage the public in studying urban bee behavior and improve pollinator habitats in urban agriculture across the region.
Ten Michigan 4-H volunteers honored for 50 years of service in 2025 by MSU Extension

Published on May 12, 2025
For the fifth year, Michigan State University Extension is celebrating ten outstanding volunteers who have given a half-century of service to Michigan 4-H.
She’s weaned, now what? Setting heifers up for success in their post-weaning transition

Published on May 12, 2025
Being aware of and managing for shifts in the temperature humidity index in calf housing will help calves be healthier, develop better and be one step closer to entering the milking herd.
Congratulations Phil Tocco!

Published on May 9, 2025
Phil Tocco is receives MSU Extension Excellence in Teaching Award.
Calf transportation: Managing risk from the road to the ranch

Published on May 9, 2025
Just like when we inspect our vehicles before a big trip, we need to also make sure calves are prepared and healthy for their trip on the road.
Using WIC Produce Connection benefits at farmers markets and roadside stands

Published on May 8, 2025
WIC Produce Connection provides fresh, local produce to Michigan WIC clients, while promoting Michigan-grown agriculture.
Southwest Michigan field crops update – May 8, 2025

Published on May 8, 2025
Corn and soybeans started emerging, and wheat is at Feekes 8/9 (flag leaf emerging to fully emerged with ligule).
Wheat Watchers week of May 5, 2025

Published on May 8, 2025
See how the wheat crop is progressing across the state this week.
Updated box tree moth quarantine and compliance agreement for shipping out of the quarantine counties

Published on May 8, 2025
The updated compliance agreement allows businesses seven days longer to apply insecticide treatments to comply with Michigan’s box tree moth interior quarantine.