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Hay! If you grow hay or pastures, MSU Extension needs your advice

Published on December 16, 2025
Your responses to the 2025-2026 forage needs assessment survey are anonymous and confidential.
Tapeworm in sheep and goats: Is it really a problem?

Published on December 16, 2025
Tapeworms often cause concern among sheep and goat producers because the expelled worm segments in the animal’s feces.
Year-end financial planning for farmers

Published on December 16, 2025
December and January are great months to look at farm financials. You can finish up last year’s accounting, create a balance sheet and get set up to start the new year.
Explaining the new H-2A Wage Rule for Michigan growers

Published on December 12, 2025
The H-2A program provides a legal pathway for U.S. agricultural employers to hire seasonal foreign workers when domestic labor is not available.
MSU Extension and USDA launch new beginning farmer resource

Published on December 9, 2025
The Beginning Farmer Resource and Decision-Making Guide is now available from Michigan State University Extension and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
PFAS in Michigan agriculture

Published on December 9, 2025
Recent findings have demonstrated elevated PFAS levels in agricultural soils across the world due to inadvertent introduction through land application of materials containing high levels of PFAS.
Preparing goats and sheep for winter weather

Published on December 8, 2025
Most goats and sheep spend most of their time outside, but livestock that live outside may need special care when the winter weather sets in.
Need a farm business plan? Start here

Published on December 5, 2025
Read along for a quick overview of the what, why and how of writing a farm business plan.
Preparing small ruminants for kidding and lambing

Published on November 25, 2025
With kidding and lambing season right around the corner, owners should prepare their animals to get the best outcome.
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.