Improving calving and transition cow management: Norm Buning of Buning Dairy

Should I burn off my old, unharvested hay or chop it back onto the field?

Published on September 20, 2017
Some Michigan hay farmers need to decide how to clean up fields that went unharvested this year due to excessive rain.
Working to improve the county 100 years ago

Published on September 19, 2017
Working with farmers and community members is as challenging, humbling and satisfying now, 100 years later, as it was then.
Why and how to report sightings of brown marmorated stink bugs in your home or business

Published on September 18, 2017
September 2017 update on why and how to report sightings of brown marmorated stink bugs to the Midwest Invasive Species Information Network.
The Michigan Corn Stover Project — Part 1: Bale storage study

Published on September 15, 2017
Recommendations on properly storing corn stover bales if you’re considering harvesting stover.
The Michigan Corn Stover Project — Part 2: Cover crop integration

Published on September 15, 2017
The effects of integrating cover crops into corn production if you’re considering harvesting stover.
Corn silage refresher – Part 1: How to set your cutting date

Published on September 15, 2017
Establishing the time for harvest is vital to maximize the value of the corn silage, but how do you know when to cut?
The Michigan Corn Stover Project — Part 3: Cattle feeding study

Published on September 15, 2017
The effects of feeding corn stover to cattle if you’re considering harvesting stover.
Into harvest together

Published on September 13, 2017
We went to talk with dairy farmers who have an arrangement of harvesting together, here’s what we learned that makes us excited about the possibilities of doing the same.
Three-year demonstration completed on hay fertility in Chippewa County

Published on September 13, 2017
On-farm demonstration looks at three-year impact of various hay fertilization programs in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.
How long can I leave this out for?

Published on September 11, 2017
Get quick answers to your food safety questions about dairy and other types of food.
USDA Rural Development National Value-added Producer Grant opens

Published on September 6, 2017
Farmers are invited to apply for planning or operating funds through Jan. 31, 2018.
How now down cow

Published on September 5, 2017
Non-ambulatory cow care is an important part of cattle health.
Sustainability on Michigan farms: Part 4

Published on August 24, 2017
Efficiently using resources & bio-controls.
Investing in dairy cattle precision technologies

Published on August 14, 2017
Investments in dairy cattle precision technologies represent important decisions on dairy farms.
Agricultural energy efficiency tour: replacing inefficient irrigation systems

Published on August 9, 2017
Grand Valley Farm energy efficiency tour highlights multiple energy efficiency practices including center pivot system and low elevation spray application.
How will climate change impact the food system? (Part 1)

Published on August 7, 2017
An exploration of how climate change may impact food system sectors on local, regional and global scales
Focus on forages at MSU Ag Innovation Day

Published on August 2, 2017
Educational sessions range from reduced-lignin alfalfa to fitness tracking for cows.
MSU seeks 2018 Dairy Farmer of the Year nominations

Published on August 1, 2017
The award will be presented at the Michigan Dairy Industry Award Banquet in Feb. 2018.
BHEARD scholar studies bovine mastitis in Rwanda dairy cows

Published on July 28, 2017
Bovine mastitis, the inflammation of a cow's udder, is a costly disease for the dairy industry worldwide. It lowers milk yields and quality and leads to veterinary interventions and occasional cow deaths.
Research findings on reduced-lignin alfalfa featured at MSU Agriculture Innovation Day

Published on July 25, 2017
Research findings from a six-state study on reduced-lignin alfalfa will be featured at Michigan State University Agriculture Innovation Day: Focus on Forages and the Future.