MSU researchers receive grants to study dairy cattle health
$500K grants will be used to study BLV, dairy cow reproduction
What does a herd health plan look like?
A herd health plan is a wonderful tool to help you manage your livestock all year long.
COVID-19 videos in Spanish for dairy employees
To minimize the chance of spread of COVID-19 in dairy workers, provide access to information in their native language.
AFRE student received 2020 CANR Outstanding Student Leadership Award
Senior Lauren Heberling uses her dairy background, MSU education and extracurricular experiences to prepare her for a career in the ag industry.
Farmers facing isolation – stay connected, it’s good for you
The inherent nature of the agricultural occupation is independent. Isolation is often linked to impacts on mental health and loss of life by suicide.
Farm safety: COVID-19 health screening requirements for essential employees
New health screening requirements for essential employees will help keep our farms safe and ensure that they can keep running during this pandemic.
Novel coronavirus information for animal owners
There are many questions regarding animal and human health during the COVID-19 pandemic, however, there are animal health experts we can turn to for answers.
MSU Extension Farm Stress Program partners to connect farmers with mental health services
Farmers can now access counseling with licensed therapists via teletherapy.
Initiative driving support of Michigan's animal agriculture industries
MSU and animal agriculture commodity organizations partner to address industry’s most pressing challenges.
Expect temporary changes in the meat case
The meat case is likely to look different for a period of time due to supply chain disruptions caused by the novel coronavirus, the virus that causes the infectious disease COVID-19.
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Become an artisan cheesemaker
Published on October 23, 2020
Going beyond common and making a distinctly appetizing cheese is a skill that will be taught by veteran commercial cheesemakers in an MSU Extension workshop. Cheesemaking as a business is the focus for participants who will experience hands-on learning. -
2019 farm financial benchmarking results for Michigan
Published on October 21, 2020
Understanding farm financial trends has never been more important to the future success of a farm business. -
Thinking about retirement and your legacy of the land
Published on October 20, 2020
Farming is a committed lifestyle that can be difficult to transition away from. -
Thompson Recognized with Dairy Medicine Award
Published on October 5, 2020
Dr. Roger Thompson received the Boehringer Ingelheim Excellence in Preventive Dairy Medicine award. -
South Campus Animal Farms receive gift from Burnips Equipment
Published on September 30, 2020
Burnips Equipment donated the use of a silage chopper for MSU South Campus Animal Farms
