MSU Extension Dairy

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  Benthem Brothers Dairy announced as 2021 MSU Dairy Farm of the Year

  Published on January 15, 2021
  The award is given by the Department of Animal Science at Michigan State University.

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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.

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  Crossbreeding Jersey cows with a beef sire increases the value of crossbred Jersey calves compared with purebred Jersey steers when raised for beef production

  Published on January 8, 2021
  A crossbred dairy beef calf can be more profitable compared with a purebred dairy bull calf.

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  Learning the art and science of cheesemaking

  Published on January 8, 2021
  Using science and craftsmanship, cheesemakers produce cheese with unique flavors and textures that delight consumers. These can be the basis for a successful business for those who learn this ancient skill.

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  19th annual Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference will be Held Virtually in February

  Published on December 22, 2020
  Experts will share strategies and projections to help producers and industry representatives make the most of the next year and beyond at the virtual Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference in February.

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  Be a partner in disease surveillance; turn in deer heads

  Published on December 9, 2020
  Turning in the heads of deer taken is important for the management of bovine tuberculosis. There is a critical need in December to meet the county level goals set by USDA in Northeast Michigan. The help of every hunter and landowner is needed.

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  Top four strategies for keeping your 4-H animal projects healthy in cold weather

  Published on December 8, 2020
  Use these four steps to help keep your 4-H animals healthy during the long Michigan winters.

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  Showcasing the science in animal science

  Published on December 8, 2020
  Take a deeper look at the science involved in animal production.

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  Virtual Ag-Citing Experience videos give youth a glimpse into where our food comes from

  Published on December 2, 2020
  Virtual Ag-Citing Experience videos will show people—young and old, in classrooms or home schools or well past school—how farmers raise animals and crops and give them a sneak peek into where our food comes from.

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  Dairy Margin Coverage Sign-up Through December 11, 2020

  Published on November 24, 2020
  The Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) program was created upon the signing of the 2018 Farm Bill. It replaces the former Margin Protection Program (MPP) and has several improvements to make it useful to almost all dairy farmers in Michigan.