News

New to Agriculture? We’ve got a guide for you!

Published on September 10, 2026
The Beginning Farmer Resource and Decision-Making Guide is now available from Michigan State University Extension and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Michigan State University Extension to offer two Emergency Response to Accidents Involving Livestock (ERAIL) related trainings

Published on September 9, 2026
Equipment needed to safely extricate livestock from trailers, move and contain animals following a transportation accident will be displayed and described in this section of the ERAIL course offered in person by MSU Extension.
Mark your calendars for the 2027 Breakfast on the Farm event

Published on September 2, 2026
MSU Extension's Breakfast on the Farm event returns on July 10, 2027, in Clayton, Michigan.
Without M-AAA, Michigan ag industries would be ‘more desperate’ searching for research and education

Published on September 2, 2026
For more than a decade, M-AAA has helped MSU researchers and educators generate over $960 million in economic impacts for Michigan.
Community Voice: John Dilland

Published on September 1, 2026
Longtime leader with the Michigan Milk Producers Association (MMPA), John Dilland shares his thoughts on strengthening Michigan’s dairy industry through supporting the Joe Domecq Dairy Education Endowment at MSU.
Transforming the student experience: MSU Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center

Published on August 31, 2026
MSU's new dairy facility is driving innovative research and preparing the next generation of dairy industry leaders.
Investing in Michigan’s dairy future: Brian Troyer

Published on August 31, 2026
Driven by a lifelong connection to the dairy industry, Brian Troyer recently made a gift in support of the MSU Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center.
USDA releases farmland cash rental values for Michigan counties

Published on August 27, 2026
Michigan State University Extension updates their annual report with the latest data.
Employee training: A simple tool for improving milk quality

Published on August 26, 2026
Understanding the why behind milking practices improves protocol adherence and milk quality.
Announcing the Michigan First-Generation Farm Mentorship Program

Published on August 21, 2026
Learn from experienced farm mentors through this new opportunity.