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In Israel, it’s all about water

Published on February 4, 2020
While in Israel, I learned how the life-giving resource of water is brought to a dry and thirsty land and conserved so that generations to come can eat of the fruit of the land.
Labor efficiency on dairies: how to get more done by the people you rely on

Published on February 4, 2020
There is an old joke about inefficiency that goes something like this: How many employees does it take to screw in a lightbulb? MSU Extension plans to help dairy farmers understand how to measure and improve labor efficiency on their farms.
Initiative driving support of Michigan's animal agriculture industries

Published on February 1, 2020
MSU and animal agriculture commodity organizations partner to address industry’s most pressing challenges.
Tim Hood named 2020 Dairy Farmer of the Year

Published on January 30, 2020
Tim Hood of Hood Farms Family Dairy in Van Buren County is the 2020 Dairy Farmer of the Year.
Critical state funding for animal agriculture remains in jeopardy

Published on January 30, 2020
Through M-AAA, MSU scientists have conducted relevant, timely research on behalf of the animal agriculture industry. Regrettably, state support is currently not appropriated for 2020, leaving critical research and outreach programs in jeopardy.
MSU dairy cattle judging team performs well in 1st contest of the season

Published on January 21, 2020
The team placed third overall and fourth in oral reasons out of 11 teams.
Cover crops can be used to prevent nitrogen loss

Published on January 20, 2020
Cover crop research shows that winter cereal rye may reduce nitrate leaching
Three Michigan teams compete in final dairy judging contest of 2019 season

Published on January 7, 2020
Michigan 4-H members and Michigan State University students competed at the North American International Livestock Exposition dairy cattle judging contest.
Michigan 4-H members and alumni earn high marks at World Dairy Expo dairy cattle judging contest

Published on January 7, 2020
Three teams from Michigan competed at the 2019 World Dairy Expo, representing Michigan 4-H and Michigan State University.
Get RUP credits and ideas for the growing season with educational meetings in east Michigan

Published on January 3, 2020
Michigan State University Extension’s 2020 winter meetings offer updates on pest and crop management as well necessary information on new regulations.