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Survey indicates a need for large animal veterinary service in Michigan

Published on May 13, 2026
MSU Extension asked for feedback from the cattle industry about the apparent lack of and the need for large animal veterinarians in Michigan.
Protecting the farm: Medicaid and what farmers should know

Published on May 12, 2026
Join MSU Extension for a lunchtime webinar to learn more about Medicaid planning within farm estates.
New video series discusses the economics of mastitis treatment

Published on May 4, 2026
Shorter antibiotic treatment durations promote animal health and reduce economic losses.
M-AAA collaboration, MSU research fuel Michigan’s high oleic soybean momentum

Published on April 29, 2026
Research-backed insights from MSU and cross-sector partnerships are positioning Michigan as a leader in high oleic soybean production.
Solar fields don’t have to sit idle

Published on April 29, 2026
A Genesee County sheep producer explains how grazing sheep on solar sites supports agriculture, manages vegetation, and creates new income opportunities.
Counseling services for Michigan agricultural workers resume with federal support

Published on April 28, 2026
Counseling services for Michigan’s agricultural community have been restored following a lapse in funding that left many without support.
Using the Swiss cheese principle to increase farm biosecurity

Published on April 27, 2026
A look in the deli section of your grocery store can teach us about biosecurity on the farm.
The case for cattle on solar farms

Published on April 24, 2026
New grazing strategies challenge the idea that cattle don’t belong on solar sites and suggest they may thrive there.
Solar farms may still be farms

Published on April 24, 2026
Forage research points to scalable agrivoltaic solutions.
Investing in Michigan’s dairy future: Kevin and Dana Sue Kirk

Published on April 23, 2026
The Kirks’ recent support of the Joe Domecq Dairy Education Endowment reflects their lifelong connection to MSU, deep ties to the Michigan dairy industry and a shared belief that MSU can lead the nation in dairy education.