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USDA offers farms with FSA loans an opportunity to ease repayment distress

Published on September 19, 2023
Cash Flow-Based Assistance can help reset the clock on loan payments.
Can isoacids improve dairy cow productivity?

Published on September 19, 2023
Isoacids have drawn renewed interest as a dietary supplement for dairy cattle to improve fiber digestion, potentially resulting in increased milk production.
Transfer of passive immunity in calves: Ensuring calf health and profitability

Published on September 15, 2023
Calves rely heavily on colostrum for immunity. Successful transfer of passive immunity is crucial. Evaluating and improving immune transfer can reduce deaths and the number of days calves are sick, enhancing overall herd performance and profitability.
MSU launches the Farm Policy and Risk Management Series

Published on September 13, 2023
A new webinar program from Michigan State University Extension.
Michigan Event Highlights Agricultural Research and Extension

Published on September 5, 2023
MSU, Farm Journal Foundation host Congresswoman Slotkin for roundtable discussion on importance of research and outreach in addressing global hunger
A century of soil testing in Michigan

Published on August 31, 2023
Jon Dahl discusses the changes and challenges of soil testing in Michigan for almost a century.
Soil testing through MSU Extension

Published on August 30, 2023
MSU Extension home lawn and garden and commercial soil tests provide access to personalized fertilizer recommendations for thousands of Michigan residents every year.
New $2.2 billion USDA financial assistance program launched for farmers who have faced discrimination

Published on August 30, 2023
Applications for the program are now open.
The Michigan Agricultural Credit Conference Returns on October 24, 2023

Published on August 29, 2023
The Michigan Ag Credit Conference is scheduled for Oct. 24 from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Molecular Plant Sciences Building on Michigan State University’s campus in East Lansing.
USDA releases farmland cash rental values for Michigan counties

Published on August 29, 2023
Michigan State University Extension updates their annual report with the latest data.