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Do rubber mats on concrete slatted floor feedlot facilities improve cattle welfare and performance?

Published on April 20, 2026
Adding rubber mats to concrete slats reduces lameness and typically improves average daily gain in heavier finishing cattle over 1,000 pounds.
Microdochium patch (pink snow mold) of home lawns and golf courses

Published on April 17, 2026
Microdochium patch, commonly known as pink snow mold, is a common low-temperature disease of turfgrass in Michigan.
New pesticide decision website for apple growers

Published on April 17, 2026
The free “MI Fruit Decision” website contains decision making tools for apple growers to improve pest management programs using data from many years of MSU pesticide efficacy trials.
Precision agriculture: Artificial intelligence as a tool helping farmers

Published on April 17, 2026
Using artificial intelligence in our daily lives may feel like it comes from a science fiction novel, but with precision agriculture, AI is another tool to help farmers manage their operations.
Farmers and motorists can work together to prevent traffic collisions involving farm equipment

Published on April 17, 2026
Motorists and farmers can use these practical recommendations to avoid traffic collisions involving farm equipment.
When flooding hits, MSU Extension is here to help

Published on April 17, 2026
Whether you’re a homeowner, farmer, parent or concerned community leader, MSU Extension offers trusted support during severe weather.
MSU AgBioResearch launches Enviroweather Mobile app to support Michigan growers

Published on April 17, 2026
The launch of Enviroweather Mobile marks a major step forward in supporting on-the-go agricultural decision-making.
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins visits MSU Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center

Published on April 16, 2026
Visit included a tour of the newly opened dairy research facility, a roundtable discussion with local farmers and stakeholders and a press conference announcing new USDA grant funding for specialty crops.
Stand your ground against early-season insect pests

Published on April 16, 2026
The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast on April 30 will feature management considerations for seedcorn maggot and other early insect pests. One RUP/CCA credit is available.
Optimizing alfalfa harvesting schedules

Published on April 16, 2026
The Field Crops Virtual Breakfast on April 23 will feature optimizing alfalfa harvesting schedules with guest speaker Kim Cassida, MSU Extension forages and cover crops specialist.