Animal Agriculture
Animal agriculture research is vital to Michigan State University's land-grant mission. MSU AgBioResearch works to advance knowledge through partnerships with multiple MSU colleges, commodity organizations and producers, as well as stakeholders throughout Michigan and around the world.
News
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Michigan pork industry gains competitive edge through MSU research, outreach
Published on June 10, 2026
Partnerships and funding made possible by the Michigan Alliance for Animal Agriculture are helping pork producers prepare for disease threats, strengthen emergency responses and advance farm innovation. -
MSU AgBioResearch Director George Smith stepping down in August to become dean at University of Arizona
Published on June 1, 2026
Smith has been the AgBioResearch director since 2021. -
Michigan Sen. Sam Singh on MSU agriculture research, outreach: ‘There’s a need and a want’
Published on May 26, 2026
Singh, who represents the 28th Senate District, touted MSU's work as essential to supporting the state's second-largest industry.