2024 Winter Spartan Dairy Newsletter
Published February 12, 2024
Stay in touch with the latest dairy news and research at MSU
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MSU honors Westvale-View Dairy as 2024 Dairy Farm of the Year
The MSU Department of Animal Science recognizes Doug Westendorp's commitment to quality, efficiency and innovation within the dairy industry.
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Dairy Spotlight: Michael J. VandeHaar
Professor, Department of Animal Science
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Dairy Spotlight: Kendra Van Order
Spotlight on Kendra Van Order, 4-H dairy science MSU Extension educator.
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MSU dairy education fall recap
The MSU Dairy Education Program welcomed over 20 new students this Fall and continues to expand practical hands-on learning experiences for students at every level of their academic career.
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Award-winning cheesemakers to instruct cheese workshop
Quality cheesemaking can only be learned from those who make quality cheese. Take the opportunity to learn from international award-winning cheesemakers at the Michigan State University Extension Cheesemaking workshop.
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Sharing experiences managing Bovine Leukemia Virus during 2023 International All Things BLV Conference
During the 2023 International All Things BLV Conference at Michigan State University, two veterinarians and a dairy herd owner shared their experiences managing herds with Bovine Leukemia Virus.
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Liquid manure pit closure: guidelines for risk management
Animal waste facility closure can be tricky. Here is some guidance for a safe undertaking.
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A valid veterinarian-client-patient relationship is key to successful cattle health
Regulations now require veterinarian oversight for providing medical treatment to animals since medically important antimicrobials are no longer available for purchase over the counter.
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2023 MSU Custom Work Rates Report
The 2023 report covers a wide range of field machine operations.
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Managing the top five toughest weeds in Michigan hay fields
A survey of the Great Lakes Forage and Grazing Conference participants provides a list of tough weeds for producers.
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Investing in excellence: Milk quality and udder health training insights
Our research has shown that training of farm workers generates knowledge, satisfaction and a willingness to adhere to milking protocols resulting in quantifiably better milk quality, food safety and udder health.
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