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Update on antimicrobials sold for use in pigs

Published on December 9, 2021
Based on U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s most recent Summary Report, sales of medically important antibiotics for use in pigs increased 9% in 2019.
$19M research project seeks to understand how management impacts soil health, farmer well-being

Published on December 7, 2021
An international coalition co-led by MSU announced a $19 million project aimed at understanding how grazing management decisions impact soil health on pasture and rangeland, and how soil health can positively impact a producer’s land and well-being.
2022 MSU Feedlot Educational Series

Published on November 17, 2021
Monthly presentations will be on feedlot related topics occurring on the second Wednesday of January through April.
Excess sugar beets may be an opportunity for great cattle feed

Published on November 16, 2021
The high sugar content of sugar beets can be used for a high energy feedstuff in cattle diets.
Supply-chains, carbon credits, and market outlook headline Michigan Ag Credit conference

Published on November 10, 2021
Over 80 attendees from Michigan's agricultural banking and credit industry came to East Lansing to attend the event.
Beef Quality Assurance in-person training and recertification available

Published on November 2, 2021
The Michigan Beef Industry Commission and Michigan State University Extension beef team have partnered to provide in-person training and recertification sessions.
New MSU podcast focuses on agriculture and wildlife interactions

Published on October 12, 2021
The MSU Ag and Wildlife Podcast explores the complex nature of agriculture and wildlife interactions in Michigan.
South Campus Animal Farms provides facilities to support MSU teaching, research, outreach missions

Published on October 6, 2021
Infrastructure upgrades expand research capabilities, teaching opportunities
Corn silage inclusion level in feedlot diets

Published on September 24, 2021
A greater corn silage inclusion level in finishing diets may be economically favorable when the price of corn is high.
Protecting the health and safety of Michigan’s agriculture and floriculture industries

Published on September 17, 2021
Michigan State University Extension develops processes to reduce the impact of COVID-19 on Michigan’s Agriculture and Floriculture workforce.