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Protecting animal health by strengthening farm biosecurity

Published on November 24, 2025
Healthy farms mean healthy communities. MSU Extension’s new resources and training make it easier for you to take simple steps that protect animals and keep Michigan agriculture strong.
Seven Michigan counties qualify for Livestock Forage Disaster payments

Published on November 21, 2025
The Livestock Forage Disaster Program provides compensation to eligible livestock producers who have dealt with loss of forage due to drought.
MSU Extension launches new beginning farmer resource at Great Lakes Expo

Published on November 13, 2025
The Beginning Farmer Resource and Decision-Making Guide is a new jointly created resource from MSU Extension and USDA.
New MSU dairy facility welcomes first continuing education event

Published on October 30, 2025
The dairy facility offers space for teaching, community engagement and networking.
Larry Chapin recognized as an Honoree of the Michigan Dairy and Memorial Scholarship Foundation

Published on October 23, 2025
Chapin’s 40-year career at Michigan State University supported dairy cattle teaching and research, student success, and dairy farm compliance.
Dr. Christine Baes deliveres the 2025 Dr. H Allen and Ann Tucker lecture

Published on October 22, 2025
University of Guelph professor discussed opportunities and challenges in sustainable dairy genomics.
Dairy Spotlight: Xufei Yang

Published on October 22, 2025
Yang researches agricultural applications of air quality, including biofilter development and particulate matter characterization.
Dairy Spotlight: Leah Irion

Published on October 22, 2025
Graduate student develops science-based guidelines and recommendations for dairy producers that enhance calf welfare and improve cost-efficiency in production.
Why test soil in the fall?

Published on October 9, 2025
Compared to spring, fall is an ideal time for soil testing. Here’s why.
Small farm employers are subject to the Earned Sick Time Act starting October 1

Published on September 26, 2025
Small employers (10 or fewer employees) are subject to the law beginning on October 1. Requirements for large employers (11 or more employees) took effect in February.