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New AFRE Professor Looking to Make Impact on Michigan Agriculture Policy and Beyond
Published on November 1, 2024
After an accomplished 28 year career, Dr. Holly Wang returns to the program as a Full Professor looking to leave a lasting mark on Michigan Agriculture. -
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. -
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. -
Michigan’s Earned Sick Time Act will affect all farm businesses with employees
Published on November 1, 2024
Michigan’s new sick leave law provisions apply to all employers, regardless of industry or number of employees. -
Michigan 4-H State Award Spotlight: Lillian Wasson
Published on November 1, 2024
Lillian Wasson has been recognized as an outstanding 4-H member in the Michigan 4-H State Awards Program. -
Melissa FitzGerald received MSU Extension Friend of Extension award
Published on November 1, 2024
Melissa FitzGerald received the MSU Extension Epsilon Sigma Phi Friend of Extension award for her dedication to a program designed to keep animals and humans safe on the roads. -
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. -
Julie Brixie receives MSU Extension Key Partner Award
Published on November 1, 2024
State Representative Julie Brixie received the MSU Extension Key Partner award on October 16 during the organization’s Fall Conference in Grand Rapids. -
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. -
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.