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Student furthers education for a future career in equine industry

Published on December 7, 2021
Abigayle Holland’s volunteer experience at a horse rescue helped her decide to further her equine education through the MSU Institute of Agricultural Technology.
KSRP establishes Kent County 4-H Special Riding Program Legacy Fund

Published on November 3, 2021
The Kent Special Riding Program (KSRP) created the Kent County 4-H Special Riding Program Legacy Fund with the Michigan 4-H Foundation to support low-cost therapeutic horseback riding for people with disabilities.
South Campus Animal Farms provides facilities to support MSU teaching, research, outreach missions

Published on October 6, 2021
Infrastructure upgrades expand research capabilities, teaching opportunities
Animal confinement is a priority when assisting an accident involving livestock

Published on September 15, 2021
Animal confinement is critical for the safety of first responders and the public when dealing with accidents involving livestock.
Protecting Michigan’s environment and wildlife through the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program

Published on September 1, 2021
The program offers financial benefits for farmers and landowners and environmental improvements for Michigan.
MSU Extension animal agriculture team focuses on providing assistance during time of disruption for the livestock industry

Published on August 21, 2021
MSU Extension animal agriculture team assists farmers with managing risk, operation flow, and addresses industry disruption while protecting the economic stability of animal agriculture operations across Michigan.
Addressing labor challenges together

Published on August 17, 2021
Help us understand the current workforce needs of agricultural operations across Michigan.
Animal welfare at the fair: Water consumption

Published on July 22, 2021
Learn ways to keep animals drinking and hydrated during the fair.
Animal welfare at the fair: Heat stress

Published on July 14, 2021
Learn how to mitigate heat stress for animals during fair season.
Animal welfare at the fair: Thermoregulation and thermoneutral zone

Published on July 12, 2021
Understanding how livestock thermoregulation and thermoneutral are important in providing excellent animal care.