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MSU ag economist awarded grant to analyze agricultural labor trends, promote U.S. food supply chain resilience

Published on December 9, 2024
The project is led by MSU assistant professor Zach Rutledge and is funded by USDA NIFA through 2028.
Preparing small ruminants for kidding and lambing

Published on December 9, 2024
With kidding and lambing season right around the corner, owners should prepare their animals to get the best outcome.
The future of livestock farming: How social media is shaping U.S. public opinion on animal welfare and sustainability

Published on December 9, 2024
Public perception and trust play a critical role in advancing sustainable and ethical practices in animal agriculture.
Easy icebreakers: Grid minefield

Published on December 9, 2024
Fun icebreakers to build your team.
Creating inclusive and affirming spaces for LGBTQIA+ youth: Part 2

Published on December 9, 2024
LGBTQIA+ affirming spaces offer a sense of community and allow young people to experience support up close.
Corporate Transparency Act webinar recording is now available on the Michigan State University Extension website

Published on December 9, 2024
Video recording covers filing tips, an example filing, and Q&A discussion.
2025 Michigan Manure Summit

Published on December 9, 2024
The Michigan Manure Summit is an annual educational event that provides updates on the science and best practices of manure management.
Michigan 4-H offers Financial Fitness and Fun program for youth

Published on December 9, 2024
Michigan 4-H is offering Financial Fitness and Fun sessions for youth through live online and self-guided formats.
Free online courses on pollinator protection offer a restricted use pesticide (RUP) credit for Michigan certified pesticide applicators

Published on December 6, 2024
Pesticide applicators in Michigan can take a free, self-paced, online course on pollinator protection to earn one RUP credit in categories 1A, 1B, 1C, 2, 3A, 3B, 6, 7A, Commercial Core or Private Core.
Early reports of feedlot performance and carcass quality of cattle when feeding Experior

Published on December 6, 2024
Although Experior’s (lubabegron) novel label claim is to reduce ammonia gas emissions from cattle fed this product, what effect can it have on feedlot performance and carcass quality?