News

Second year hay fertilizer and lime demonstration in Chippewa County

Published on October 14, 2016
On-farm demonstration looks at second year carry-over effect of single year fertilization versus repeat fertilization in second year.
MSU Extension Breakfast on the Farm organizers looking for 2017 host farm families

Published on October 10, 2016
In Michigan, Breakfast on the Farm began in 2009 when Tony and Patti Jandernoa, Dutch Meadows Dairy, offered to host the first event in Clinton County. Since then, 34 other farm families have hosted events all over Michigan.
Cutting costs in calf raising

Published on October 5, 2016
Calves are a large expense, and it is wise to evaluate calf raising to ensure costs are under control.
Michigan 4-H members compete in the National 4-H Dairy Cattle Judging Contest

Published on October 3, 2016
Four youth prepare for their final contest as 4-H members during World Dairy Expo on Oct. 3, 2016.
Pain relief may help newborn calves

Published on September 28, 2016
Treating newborn calves with low cost NSAIDs, such as meloxicam, shows promise in getting calves off to a good start.
Inches from greatness

Published on September 28, 2016
All it takes is a few small refinements to take your dairy from very good to great.
Challenges to feeding the seven billion and beyond – Part 4: Global Food Security Index

Published on September 22, 2016
The 2016 Global Food Security Index reports most countries made modest improvements in the past five years. Long-term threats need to be addressed to sustain this progress.
Employee recruitment: intentional and continuous

Published on September 21, 2016
The recruiting and hiring process are both important parts in forming or sustaining a business. Follow these tips to ensure you are hiring the best person for the job.
Four Michigan youth compete in National Junior Dairy Management Contest

Published on September 19, 2016
Four Ottawa County youth travel to Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, to compete at contest during the 2016 All-American Dairy Show.
Clinton and Calhoun County youth compete in national dairy judging contest

Published on September 19, 2016
Four 4-H members from Clinton and Calhoun counties travel to Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, to compete in dairy judging contest during the 2016 All-American Dairy Show.