MSU Extension Dairy

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  Myths and facts about raw milk

  Published on April 6, 2021
  Many people deny health dangers of drinking raw milk, and even promote it as a healthy practice. Exploring the facts is important to prevent foodborne illness.

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  Feeding for fertility

  Published on April 2, 2021
  Tweaking your nutrition program may be key to getting more cows pregnant.

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  Women Shaping Agriculture: interview with Megghan Honke Seidel

  Published on April 1, 2021
  Women Shaping Agriculture is an initiative in which MSU Extension educators host conversational interviews that enable women to share their experiences and perspectives about their diverse roles in Michigan agriculture.

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  Understanding Consumer Preferences for Gene-Edited Food

  Published on March 15, 2021
  Through her doctoral research, AFRE graduate student Valerie Kilders explores how consumers perceive and value different gene-edited food products in different settings.

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  Farms with no employees can still benefit from the Paycheck Protection Program

  Published on March 7, 2021
  Self-employed farmers can apply for PPP loan funds based on their 2020 gross income. Application deadline is March 31.

• Buttergate?

  Published on March 5, 2021
  Hard butter is in the headlines – is the way we feed dairy cows to blame?

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  COVID-19 vaccine videos for agriculture workers in English and Spanish

  Published on March 5, 2021
  In Michigan, agricultural employees are now eligible to receive the vaccine. Information about the vaccine is important for reaching high vaccination coverage against COVID-19.

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  MSU-led international research team receives $1 million grant to build multi-disciplinary precision livestock farming network

  Published on March 1, 2021
  Building a multi-disciplinary livestock farming network is the focus of a new $1 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Data Science for Food and Agricultural Systems program.

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  Return of the Coronavirus Relief Programs for agriculture - Webinar Recording Available

  Published on February 19, 2021
  Through this recorded webinar you will learn about new legislation and program changes to assist farmers.

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  Introduction to Michigan Site Selection and Odor Control GAAMPs for new or expanding livestock facilities

  Published on February 18, 2021
  Why MDARD Site Selection GAAMPs are critical for the future of your family farm business.

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  Consumer trends in ice cream and cheese consumption

  Published on February 14, 2021
  Novel coronavirus pandemic has significant effect on consumer demand for ice cream and cheese.

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  On-farm employee trainings available for Michigan dairy farms

  Published on February 11, 2021
  The MSU Extension dairy team has multiple employee training programs available for dairy farms in Michigan.

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  Agricultural professionals in extension services worldwide build new relationships between culturally diverse systems

  Published on February 9, 2021
  Michigan State University and India’s National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management collaborate on a new book, “Innovations in Agricultural Extension.”

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  MSU Extension announces new online school for hay growers: Hay Production 101

  Published on February 3, 2021
  Join our team of Michigan State University Extension specialists and educators in March 2021 to learn the ins and outs of hay production.

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  Details for excellence in agriculture

  Published on January 28, 2021
  Why do some farms make money while some farms lose money?

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  Should we be feeding transition milk to dairy heifer calves?

  Published on January 22, 2021
  New research from Michigan State University provides insight into the impacts of providing transition milk to calves early in life.

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  Consumers desire local dairy products

  Published on January 22, 2021
  If you bottle it, make it, or package it, will they come? New research indicates a demand and willingness to pay extra for locally produced, high-quality dairy products.

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  Being prepared for a farm crisis

  Published on January 22, 2021
  Crisis planning is about looking ahead at the potential for events that could seriously disrupt your business. This time of year is a good time to develop a plan and access the resources available to help you.

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  AFRE senior learns the business side of the dairy industry

  Published on January 20, 2021
  Agribusiness management student Lynn Olthof builds on her experiences from her grandparents’ dairy farm, 4-H and FFA.

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  Beef sire selection for crossbred dairy beef cattle production

  Published on January 15, 2021
  Select a beef sire that excels in economically relevant traits.