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Protecting animal health by strengthening farm biosecurity

Published on November 24, 2025
Healthy farms mean healthy communities. MSU Extension’s new resources and training make it easier for you to take simple steps that protect animals and keep Michigan agriculture strong.
Seven Michigan counties qualify for Livestock Forage Disaster payments

Published on November 21, 2025
The Livestock Forage Disaster Program provides compensation to eligible livestock producers who have dealt with loss of forage due to drought.
MSU Extension launches new beginning farmer resource at Great Lakes Expo

Published on November 13, 2025
The Beginning Farmer Resource and Decision-Making Guide is a new jointly created resource from MSU Extension and USDA.
Small farm employers are subject to the Earned Sick Time Act starting October 1

Published on September 26, 2025
Small employers (10 or fewer employees) are subject to the law beginning on October 1. Requirements for large employers (11 or more employees) took effect in February.
Eastern equine encephalitis

Published on September 22, 2025
Vaccinate your horse to protect it from getting sick from eastern equine encephalitis.