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When flooding hits, MSU Extension is here to help
Published on April 17, 2026
Whether you’re a homeowner, farmer, parent or concerned community leader, MSU Extension offers trusted support during severe weather. -
Weathering the worst: Essential disaster prep for livestock and the farmers who protect them
Published on April 16, 2026
Simple, effective preparedness strategies that help farms stay resilient through storms, wildfires and rising waters. -
MSU Extension offers information on deworming practices and how to avoid resistant worm populations in your herd
Published on March 30, 2026
An educational webinar series from MSU Extension will help sheep and goat farmers understand how to implement effective parasite control programs on their farms. -
Haemonchus contortus thrives in the Upper Midwestern United States
Published on March 27, 2026
Haemonchus contortus, also known as the barber pole worm, is the dominant parasite of sheep and goats in the Upper Midwest. Understanding local gastrointestinal nematode populations helps producers develop effective control programs. -
MSU Extension offers Healthy Animals, Strong Farms trainings for Upper Peninsula livestock farms
Published on March 16, 2026
Small and diversified livestock farms in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula can strengthen animal health and protect their farms by attending upcoming Healthy Animals, Strong Farms trainings offered in two locations. -
MSU Extension to host farm succession planning seminar in West Branch
Published on March 2, 2026
A practical seminar to help farm families move forward with clarity and confidence. -
Bulls, broncs and other bovine: Emergency Response to Accidents Involving Livestock training, rodeo stock edition
Published on February 16, 2026
Michigan State University Extension is offering an Emergency Response to Accidents Involving Livestock (ERAIL) training revolving around rodeo stock. -
MSU Extension offers PFAS in Agriculture Webinar Series during MSU’s PFAS Awareness Week
Published on February 12, 2026
A series of four webinars on PFAS in agriculture will be offered at no cost in March 2026. -
Farming in the solar future
Published on February 3, 2026
A four‑part webinar series on integrating food production and clean energy development. -
Virtual MI Ag Ideas to Grow With conference returns for sixth year with focus on food and livestock production
Published on January 27, 2026
A virtual experience offering nearly 35 educational sessions with knowledge and resources for farmers, landowners and those interested in food and agricultural production.