MSU Extension Dairy

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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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  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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  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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  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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  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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  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.