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Winter animal care: Tips to keeping your animals healthy and happy during winter months

Published on January 18, 2023
Being prepared during cold, winter weather will help your livestock winter a little easier.
MSU honors Wilson Centennial Farms as 2023 Dairy Farm of the Year

Published on January 13, 2023
The MSU Department of Animal Science recognizes Brent and Nancy Wilson’s commitment to dairy research, herd health, milk quality and support of the Michigan dairy industry.
From chillin’ to chilly – Natural ventilation during the winter months for dairy barns

Published on January 13, 2023
Michigan regularly sees days well below freezing. Farmers can use natural ventilation basics for dairy barns using these suggestions for ventilation practices and preparation for winter weather.
Are you tube feeding your calf correctly?

Published on January 10, 2023
Although commonly used in dairy operations, there are details that we need to pay attention to when using an esophageal tube in calves when feeding colostrum or fluids.
Licenses to direct market individual cuts of meat in Michigan

Published on December 19, 2022
Selling meat by the individual retail cut or in bundles requires a license in Michigan.
Interpreting manure analysis results

Published on December 15, 2022
Applying the appropriate amount of manure requires correct interpretation of the manure test results.
What to expect when connecting with the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Published on December 12, 2022
Know what to expect if you or someone you know connects with the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
MSU researcher says anaerobic digesters are ‘the wave of the future’

Published on December 8, 2022
BAE Professor Dana Kirk works with dairy producers to establish waste management systems and break down barriers to access for farms of all sizes
Manure analysis provides accurate account of plant available nutrients

Published on November 10, 2022
The plant nutrient content of manure depends on animal species, feeding program, storage facilities and other factors.
TOP MILK: Educational resources to promote healthy animals and evidence based antibiotic usage

Published on November 10, 2022
A new website is available where dairy farmers, veterinarians and industry professionals can find educational resources to maintain healthy cattle and use antimicrobials in a way that is both economically and socially responsible.