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St. Clair County Ag Society received MSU Extension Key Partner Award

Published on November 1, 2024
The St. Clair County Agricultural Society, commonly referred to as the fair board, was honored with the MSU Extension Key Partner Award for their unyielding support of 4-H youth through the annual county 4-H and Youth Fair.
Optimizing heifer growth and reproductive management: Practical insights for Michigan dairy producers

Published on November 1, 2024
From breeding based on percent mature body weight, to using synchronization protocols to improve conception rates, and understanding and using data to your advantage, Paul Fricke shares what he’s learned to create a foundation for long-term herd success.
MSU Extension honors Michigan Pork Producers for long-time partnership

Published on November 1, 2024
The Michigan Pork Producers Association (MPPA) received the MSU Extension Key Partner award on October 16 during the organization’s Fall Conference in Grand Rapids.
MSU Extension recognizes Thumb Food Policy Council with Key Partner Award

Published on November 1, 2024
The Thumb Food Policy Council (TFPC) was honored with the MSU Extension Key Partner Award October 16 during the MSU Extension Fall Conference in Grand Rapids.
David Ortega Named Noel W. Stuckman Chair

Published on November 1, 2024
Ortega will be provided with a stronger platform to have a larger impact on domestic agriculture, especially in Michigan. He will receive resources that are centrally funded and allow him to take his research and outreach program to the next level.
Cherry Republic founder receives MSU Extension Key partner Award

Published on November 1, 2024
Bob Sutherland, president and founder of Cherry Republic, was honored with the MSU Extension Key Partner award for his role in helping farmers access mental health services.
Beef nutrition for beginning farmers

Published on November 1, 2024
Beef cattle can maintain body weight by digesting fibrous feeds and grow rapidly on high grain rations. Due to this versatility, beef cattle are fed a broad variety of rations to match animal performance goals with feed resources.
4-H around the world: Nepal – Part 1

Published on October 31, 2024
Let’s explore 4-H in Nepal and what it looks like.
The 2024 southwest Michigan field crops season in review

Published on October 31, 2024
Each growing season brings its own unique opportunities and challenges. This article summarizes the weather, pests and learnings from the 2024 crop season in southwest Michigan.
MSU researcher receives USDA grant to develop new biopesticide for invasive spotted wing drosophila

Published on October 31, 2024
The $325,000 grant is a partnership with Indiana University supported by the USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture.