News

Rumen development of calves

Published on May 6, 2021
Efficient rumen development is critical for maximizing growth of dairy calves.
Managing corn silage harvest and feed bunk for nutrient retention

Published on May 4, 2021
Managing corn silage harvest, filling, packing, and feeding are essential to a dairy farm, especially when feed and/or milk prices are high
Selecting corn hybrids for silage based on quality measures

Published on April 21, 2021
Seed planting time is near and seed corn selection is important. There may be several reasons that you select hybrids for corn silage, but the best way is to look at quality measures, because in planting corn for silage, you are planting feed for cattle.
Staying connected and finding support during the pandemic

Published on April 16, 2021
Make the most of your day by joining our “Lunch Break” team. Get to know your local educators, learn about upcoming events and local resources to help you and your farm thrive.
Spring turn-out sets the tone for the entire grazing season

Published on April 14, 2021
When the grass starts greening, the urge to get livestock on pasture is strong. However, patience and a little planning will pay off because management of the spring flush of forage availability is key to setting the tone for the entire grazing season.
Animal Science 2021 Graduate Student Awards

Published on April 12, 2021
Congratulations to the recipients of the 2021 Graduate Student awards!
Feeding for fertility

Published on April 2, 2021
Tweaking your nutrition program may be key to getting more cows pregnant.
Women Shaping Agriculture: interview with Megghan Honke Seidel

Published on April 1, 2021
Women Shaping Agriculture is an initiative in which MSU Extension educators host conversational interviews that enable women to share their experiences and perspectives about their diverse roles in Michigan agriculture.
Understanding Consumer Preferences for Gene-Edited Food

Published on March 15, 2021
Through her doctoral research, AFRE graduate student Valerie Kilders explores how consumers perceive and value different gene-edited food products in different settings.
Farms with no employees can still benefit from the Paycheck Protection Program

Published on March 6, 2021
Self-employed farmers can apply for PPP loan funds based on their 2020 gross income. Application deadline is March 31.