MSU Extension Dairy

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  Ag and Solar is not a zero-sum game

  Published on February 25, 2022
  Land management and conservation practices provide options for ag and solar integration.

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  Compost handling in agriculture systems: Land application

  Published on February 19, 2022
  Part five of a six-part series on compost utilization and management on farms.

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  New USDA grant supports MSU researcher studying prevention of dairy cow diseases after calving

  Published on February 15, 2022
  The $642K project is funded by USDA NIFA’s Agriculture and Food Research Initiative

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  Compost handling in agriculture systems: compost transfer and equipment calibration

  Published on February 14, 2022
  Part four of a six-part series on compost utilization and management on farms.

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  Compost handling in agriculture systems: Appropriate storage options

  Published on February 8, 2022
  Part three of a six-part series on compost utilization and management on farms.

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  MSU Winter Dairy Program: Managing Your Cows’ Genes for Greater Profits

  Published on February 8, 2022
  The in-person MSU winter dairy program is back!

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  2022 Michigan Manure Management Summit

  Published on February 2, 2022
  The Summit is an annual educational event that provides updates on the science and best practices of manure management.

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  Getting the most out of your forage evaluation: Understanding NDF digestibility

  Published on February 2, 2022
  Digestible fiber is important for dairy cattle productivity, but how can we quantify it?

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  Harnessing fatty acids for transition cow management

  Published on February 2, 2022
  Energy and nutrient demands of the dairy cow are heightened during the fresh period and remain high throughout lactation, depending on milk production needs. Specific dietary fatty acids can help better meet these needs.

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  Dairy Spotlight: Phil Durst

  Published on February 1, 2022
  Senior Extension educator for dairy and beef cattle health and production.