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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.
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.
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.
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.
Beef sire selection for crossbred dairy beef cattle production

Published on January 15, 2021
Select a beef sire that excels in economically relevant traits.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.