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Ask the experts: Practical strategies to blunt the Asian Longhorned Tick’s impact on Michigan cattle, sheep and goat herds
Published on July 2, 2025
How a tiny tick could cost your herd and what you can do about it. -
Following the footsteps of livestock and pioneers in Montana’s central foothills
Published on June 30, 2025
Extension offers opportunities to learn, so that we can share with others. MSU Extension senior educator Phil Durst travelled to Montana for the annual conference of the National Association of County Agricultural Agents. -
MSU researchers to explore viability of agriculture, solar power generation together in Michigan
Published on June 18, 2025
Agrivoltaics systems place solar arrays in agricultural fields alongside farming operations. MSU researchers are exploring the benefits and drawbacks of this technology that's new to Michigan. -
Field days, workshops and webinars for farmers transitioning to organic
Published on June 18, 2025
Sign up now to learn from organic farmers. -
Safe travels: Preparing for the unexpected while hauling livestock and horses
Published on June 5, 2025
Before hitting the road with your livestock and horses, make sure you, your vehicle and your trailer are prepared for the unexpected. -
Explore adaptive farming in action: Visit an AgrAbility client’s farm in Allegan County
Published on June 5, 2025
Join MSU Extension staff for a visit to an AgrAbility client’s farm and see how assistive technology helps farmers overcome physical challenges and continue working in agriculture. -
Safety first: Forage harvesters and balers pose significant safety risks
Published on June 2, 2025
Forage harvester and baler safety is non-negotiable. For one 23-year-old, the risk and result were tragic. -
USDA projects record-low hay acreage for Michigan in 2025
Published on May 6, 2025
Michigan harvested hay acreage is estimated to be 740,000 acres for 2025, a decrease of 3% from 2024 and 5% from 2023. -
Guidelines to assist growers with the H-2A program and immigration preparedness on the farm: Part 2
Published on April 18, 2025
Information to help community members and growers understand the H-2A Temporary Agricultural Workers program and steps for worker safety. -
MSU Extension and USDA need your feedback on a new resource for farm producers
Published on April 11, 2025
The Beginning Farmer Resource and Decision Making Guide is a jointly created resource in the works for new farm managers and beginning farmers.
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