News

Soil health gains from manure

Published on July 7, 2023
Recent and ongoing research highlights the impact of manure applications on soil health.
Dealing with drought-stressed forages

Published on July 6, 2023
Do you have a plan for your drought-stressed forage fields?
Recordkeeping for women in agriculture seminar series in the Thumb

Published on July 5, 2023
Learn about maximizing your farm’s recordkeeping at a meeting designed for women with children’s activities provided.
Meet the family behind De Grins Oer Dairy - 2023 Breakfast on the Farm hosts

Published on June 27, 2023
The Okkema family of De Grins Oer Dairy in Blanchard Michigan, is excited to host Breakfast on the Farm. Tjerk, Ramona and their family will welcome visitors on July 29 for a free, farm-cooked breakfast and self-guided tour.
De Grins Oer Dairy in Blanchard will host July 29 Breakfast on the Farm

Published on June 27, 2023
Looking for a free, fun educational farm tour? Mark your calendars for July 29 when Michigan State University Extension and De Grins Oer Dairy partner to give consumers a taste of modern dairy production.
Pricing standing forage

Published on June 27, 2023
How to determine forage prices - finding a starting point for short-term sales.
MSU Extension requests farmer assistance in completing QuickBooks survey

Published on May 25, 2023
Help MSU Extension build QuickBooks resources that will help you optimize your financial records.
MSU Extension ERAIL holds emergency equipment trailer training to assist first responders with managing accidents involving animals

Published on May 25, 2023
Calhoun County holds ERAIL trailer training to expand first responders’ knowledge of, and resources for, responding to accidents involving livestock.
Industry concerns with liver abscesses in finishing cattle

Published on May 22, 2023
Liver abscesses increase costs with reduced efficiency of production and increased liver condemnation.
Young calves fed starter benefit from supplemental forage

Published on May 18, 2023
The amount of forage needed by young calves consuming starter will vary depending on a variety of nutritional factors.