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No need to worry about contracting bird flu from pasteurized dairy products

Published on May 24, 2024
Pasteurization protects dairy consumers from the H5N1 influenza virus.
The first cutting of hay should be your first priority for dairy forages

Published on May 24, 2024
Dairy farms should prioritize the first cutting of alfalfa over other ongoing field tasks to ensure a high quality haylage .
A look at agriculture in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula

Published on May 16, 2024
A check-in with the Michigan field office of the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service shows a small, but important farming sector across the region.
New MSU research to explore influenza outbreak in cattle

Published on May 14, 2024
Support for the project will be provided through capacity funding from USDA NIFA and the Michigan Alliance for Animal Agriculture.
Staying safe in the milking parlor: Mitigating risk of HPAI infection

Published on May 10, 2024
Enhancing biosecurity practices in the milking parlor can mitigate the risk of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) infection in farm workers.
Mitigando el riesgo de infección por HPAI a trabajadores durante el ordeño

Published on May 9, 2024
Mejorar las prácticas de bioseguridad en la sala de ordeño puede mitigar el riesgo de infección por Influenza Aviar Altamente Patógena (HPAI) en los trabajadores de la granja.
Testing dairy cows for HPAI

Published on May 9, 2024
On Monday, April 29, USDA required that all lactating cows being shipped across state lines have a negative test for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), what all does it mean and how does a farmer get that done?
Togetherall cultivates online support for farmers

Published on May 9, 2024
Discover Togetherall, an online community for farmers, and explore additional resources provided by MSU Extension. Remember, you're never alone in your journey.
Improving heifer recordkeeping: Key strategies and insights

Published on May 8, 2024
Detailed records on heifers provides opportunities for stakeholders to make well-informed management and investment decisions for the farm.
Planning for the unexpected

Published on May 1, 2024
Knowing your context is important on your farm. But what happens when your context changes unexpectedly? No matter how well you plan, make goals, or manage your farm you will experience unexpected weather events.