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Give your Valentine the gift of cheese making

Published on January 14, 2026
A gift of the experience of learning to be a cheesemaker is a gift that will enrich lives for years to come.
Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference to feature Michigan State University speakers in February 2026

Published on January 5, 2026
Hear from MSU experts on February 5 and 6 in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan.
Start the new year in compliance with the Earned Sick Time Act

Published on December 18, 2025
The Earned Sick Time Act fact sheet from MSU Extension provides detailed information and frequently asked questions related to the Earned Sick Time Act in Michigan.
Michigan 4-H dairy quiz bowl team places fifth at national contest

Published on December 18, 2025
A composite team of Michigan 4-H youth placed fifth overall in the National 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl Contest held during the North American International Livestock Exposition.
Online Hay Production 101 short course is back by popular demand in 2026

Published on December 18, 2025
Join our team of Michigan State University Extension specialists and educators online in February and March 2026 to learn the ins and outs of growing, harvesting and marketing your hay crop.
Explore regenerative agriculture webinar series

Published on December 16, 2025
This series offers practical insights and science-based strategies to help you make informed decisions about regenerative agriculture.
Kevin Dill named an honoree of the Michigan Dairy and Memorial Scholarship Foundation

Published on December 16, 2025
Dill served as Ag Tech Dairy program coordinator, dairy cattle judging team coach, and as industry representative for the Tri-State Dairy Nutrition Conference.
Year-end financial planning for farmers

Published on December 16, 2025
December and January are great months to look at farm financials. You can finish up last year’s accounting, create a balance sheet and get set up to start the new year.
Hay! If you grow hay or pastures, MSU Extension needs your advice

Published on December 16, 2025
Your responses to the 2025-2026 forage needs assessment survey are anonymous and confidential.
New MSU dairy facility recognized for innovation by Michigan Green Building Collaborative

Published on December 12, 2025
The Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center was recognized as one of the most innovative projects in Michigan in 2025.