News

MSU students receive awards from the Michigan Dairy Memorial and Scholarship Foundation for 2018-19

Published on August 21, 2019
A total of $100,000 in scholarships were awarded to 25 MSU students
Disease control permits to manage bovine tuberculosis are now available to more landowners

Published on August 20, 2019
The reoccurrence of bovine tuberculosis infections in northeast Michigan cattle herds results in the need for more landowners to use disease control permits.
More than projects at the county fair

Published on August 13, 2019
Look for opportunities to increase youth leadership at your local fair.
Last minute emergency forage planting options

Published on August 6, 2019
With time running out on the growing season, what are the best remaining options to extend forage supplies?
Good hay crop in Michigan’s eastern Upper Peninsula

Published on August 5, 2019
So far, local farmers report an above-average yield and good quality hay despite a wet and late spring season.
Getting the most from your single-cut hay system

Published on August 2, 2019
For a variety of reasons, many hay acres across Michigan are harvested only once per year. Here are some tips for good results in this situation.
EGLE announces draft state E. coli TMDL

Published on July 26, 2019
CAFO permits to be consistent with new TMDL
Why inviting consumers to your farm is a good idea

Published on July 22, 2019
On-farm events give consumers the opportunity to learn about modern dairy production.
Visit Israel to learn about dairy with an MSU twist

Published on July 17, 2019
An intriguing opportunity to combine your interest in dairy management with a visit to historic Israel. The Israel Dairy School has a special session planned for US dairy farmers January 5-11, 2020.
Good times, happy cows

Published on July 8, 2019
Cows have an ideal time budget for their day. As we affect that budget we can impact their well-being.