News

Environmental certification progressing on Upper Peninsula farms

Published on November 8, 2017
Several farms in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula have gained MAEAP certification recently, demonstrating commitment to farming in an environmentally sound manner.
The Al Rippen Story

Published on November 7, 2017
On Nov. 6, 2017, Al Rippen was honored for his many contributions to the dairy industry, Michigan State University and the greater Lansing community.
Find Michigan food products for your business at the Making it in Michigan Conference

Published on November 1, 2017
The annual Michigan State University Product Center Making it in Michigan Conference Marketplace is the go-to place to find Michigan-made food items for your business.
4-H club openers focusing on the dairy project

Published on November 1, 2017
When beginning a 4-H club, consider these great opener questions to get youth to focus on goals, careers and further ideas using the dairy project as an example.
Making it in Michigan conference marks its tenth year

Published on October 26, 2017
Explore or strengthen your food business concept with the help of the MSU Product Center Making it in Michigan Conference.
Celebrating 100 years of Michigan State University Extension in Alcona County

Published on October 19, 2017
Alcona County and Michigan State University Extension are celebrating 100 years since the introduction of Extension to Alcona County in May 1917.
The Michigan Corn Stover Project — Part 4: Stover harvest implications

Published on October 18, 2017
On-farm research sheds light on what impacts corn stover harvesting will have on farming operations in Michigan.
Pea and oat trial in Upper Peninsula completed — Part 2: Feed quality

Published on October 6, 2017
A replicated trial of four oat and pea combinations showed difference in feed quality between oat varieties.
Overcoming forage shortages in drought-stressed areas of Michigan

Published on October 4, 2017
Limited winter hay supplies requires resourceful feeding alternatives.
When seconds count: Respectfully share the road during fall harvest

Published on October 3, 2017
Speed and reaction time are two major factors in safely navigating country roads during fall.