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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.
Dairy Spotlight: Phil Durst

Published on February 1, 2022
Senior Extension educator for dairy and beef cattle health and production.
Dairy Spotlight: Melissa McKendree

Published on February 1, 2022
MSU Extension specialist in farm management and livestock economics.
Tubergen Dairy Farm named 2022 Dairy Farmer of the Year

Published on January 19, 2022
MSU Department of Animal Science recognizes Tubergen Dairy Farm’s commitment to animal welfare, support of Michigan Dairy industry
Compost handling in agriculture systems: Disease-suppressing and growth-promoting composts

Published on January 14, 2022
Part two of a six-part series on compost utilization and management on farms.
Compost handling in agriculture systems: How is compost made?

Published on January 12, 2022
Part one of a six-part series on compost utilization and management on farms.
MSU students close dairy cattle judging season at NAILE

Published on December 22, 2021
Five MSU students competed in the dairy cattle judging contest during the North American International Livestock Exposition.
MSU students and 4-H youth return to national dairy cattle judging contest at World Dairy Expo

Published on December 21, 2021
Two teams and two individuals represented Michigan State University and Michigan 4-H in Madison, Wisconsin.
Can precision livestock farming help optimize farm labor?

Published on December 20, 2021
Farmers understand “running to where the trouble is” and new technology with promising results can help.
Michigan 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl team brings home 3rd place in national contest

Published on November 29, 2021
Four Michigan 4-H members competed at the 2021 North American Dairy Quiz Bowl in Louisville, KY.