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Dealing with drought-stressed forages

Published on July 6, 2023
Do you have a plan for your drought-stressed forage fields?
Michigan State University Dairy Education

Published on June 28, 2023
Michigan State University provides quality dairy education for future professionals.
Research Drilldown - Inflammation after calving: a hidden drag on your herd?

Published on June 28, 2023
Cows with greater inflammation after calving produce less milk, take longer to get pregnant, and are at greater risk of leaving the herd. Is this a problem in Michigan? Let’s dig into what is and isn’t known about this timely topic.
Pricing standing forage

Published on June 27, 2023
How to determine forage prices - finding a starting point for short-term sales.
Dairy Spotlight: Dr. Andres Contreras

Published on June 27, 2023
Assistant Professor, Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences
Dairy Spotlight: Dr. Zach Rutledge

Published on June 27, 2023
Assistant Professor, Department of Agricultural, Food, and Resource Economics
Meet the family behind De Grins Oer Dairy - 2023 Breakfast on the Farm hosts

Published on June 27, 2023
The Okkema family of De Grins Oer Dairy in Blanchard Michigan, is excited to host Breakfast on the Farm. Tjerk, Ramona and their family will welcome visitors on July 29 for a free, farm-cooked breakfast and self-guided tour.
Shielding grazing dairy cows from heat stress: effective strategies for farm management and cow welfare

Published on June 22, 2023
Prioritizing shade, ample water access, and thoughtful management practices are crucial for protecting grazing dairy cows from heat stress, promoting their well-being and productivity during hot summer periods.
MSU seeks nominations for the 2024 Dairy Farm of the Year

Published on June 12, 2023
The MSU Department of Animal Science invites nominations for the Dairy Farm of the Year by September 15.
MSU Extension ERAIL holds emergency equipment trailer training to assist first responders with managing accidents involving animals

Published on May 25, 2023
Calhoun County holds ERAIL trailer training to expand first responders’ knowledge of, and resources for, responding to accidents involving livestock.