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Investing in dairy cattle precision technologies
Published on August 14, 2017
Investments in dairy cattle precision technologies represent important decisions on dairy farms. -
Agricultural energy efficiency tour: replacing inefficient irrigation systems
Published on August 9, 2017
Grand Valley Farm energy efficiency tour highlights multiple energy efficiency practices including center pivot system and low elevation spray application. -
How will climate change impact the food system? (Part 1)
Published on August 7, 2017
An exploration of how climate change may impact food system sectors on local, regional and global scales -
Focus on forages at MSU Ag Innovation Day
Published on August 2, 2017
Educational sessions range from reduced-lignin alfalfa to fitness tracking for cows. -
MSU seeks 2018 Dairy Farmer of the Year nominations
Published on August 1, 2017
The award will be presented at the Michigan Dairy Industry Award Banquet in Feb. 2018. -
BHEARD scholar studies bovine mastitis in Rwanda dairy cows
Published on July 28, 2017
Bovine mastitis, the inflammation of a cow's udder, is a costly disease for the dairy industry worldwide. It lowers milk yields and quality and leads to veterinary interventions and occasional cow deaths. -
Research findings on reduced-lignin alfalfa featured at MSU Agriculture Innovation Day
Published on July 25, 2017
Research findings from a six-state study on reduced-lignin alfalfa will be featured at Michigan State University Agriculture Innovation Day: Focus on Forages and the Future. -
Cutting back on sugary yogurts in child care
Published on July 24, 2017
New CACFP yogurt guidelines will reduce how much sugar kids eat per day and encourage healthy eating habits. -
Solar thermal system part of Michigan agriculture energy efficiency tour
Published on July 24, 2017
Solar thermal systems are an energy reduction option for Michigan dairy farms -
How is variability in your farm’s milking procedure affecting milk flow?
Published on July 24, 2017
Are the milking protocols on your farm being followed consistently? If not, they could be negatively affecting your herd’s health, milking efficiency, and quality.