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Doug and Louisa Westendorp named Michigan Dairy and Memorial Scholarship Foundation Honorees

Published on August 3, 2026
MOO-ville creamery and dairy farm owners work to advance the dairy industry in Michigan.
MSU Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center Summer 2026 Newsletter

Published on July 31, 2026
Stay up to date on research and events at the new MSU Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research center.
New MSU Extension farm stress training toolkit expands resources for Michigan and beyond

Published on July 29, 2026
MSU Extension has launched two updated presentations for agricultural professionals focused on farm stress management and effective communication with farmers.
AI may be watching, but who is leading?

Published on July 28, 2026
Technology is now available to dairy farmers that monitors employee actions. Is that a good thing or a bad thing? The answer lies in the motivation of the farmers who use the system.
Can irrigation or rain clear wildfire smoke?

Published on July 27, 2026
Understanding water as a tool for clearing the air.
Michigan AgrAbility 2025 updates

Published on July 22, 2026
For farmers, injuries, chronic health conditions, disabilities and the effects of aging can make everyday tasks more difficult and increase the risk of further injury.
'It changed my life': Urban farmer finds stability through counseling support

Published on July 21, 2026
Chris Huntoon operates a microgreens farm in downtown Grand Rapids where constant demands and financial strain eventually took a toll.
Longtime Michigan dairy leader Doug Chapin encourages dairy farmers to invest in new MSU facility

Published on July 21, 2026
The Michigan Milk Producers Association is promoting two producer-led fundraising campaigns to support the new MSU Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center.
Premiums for beef-dairy cross calves shrinking in percentage terms

Published on July 17, 2026
While premiums for beef-dairy cross calves versus dairy bull calves have increased in dollar terms over the past six years, they have decreased in percentage terms.
When temperatures soar, MSU Extension has answers to help you keep cool

Published on July 14, 2026
MSU Extension’s expert guidance and resources can help Michiganders navigate the impacts of extreme heat at home, on the farm, and outdoors.