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Max Dunseth named an Honoree of the Michigan Dairy Memorial and Scholarship Foundation

Published on August 12, 2026
Dunseth had a long career with Holstein Association – USA and was recognized by the Michigan Holstein Association with the Distinguished Service Award.
A manure spill won't wait. Are you prepared?

Published on August 7, 2026
Learn techniques to contain manure spills, protect water quality, and improve worker safety at this field demonstration for manure applicators and their crews.
Buckshot in beef?

Published on August 7, 2026
Ask them at the slaughter plant what the big quality problems are with cattle and sooner or later in that discussion you’ll hear about shotgun pellets adulterating the beef. Quality assurance of beef and good stockmanship mean never shooting at cattle.
Doug and Louisa Westendorp named Michigan Dairy and Memorial Scholarship Foundation Honorees

Published on August 3, 2026
MOO-ville creamery and dairy farm owners work to advance the dairy industry in Michigan.
MSU Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center Summer 2026 Newsletter

Published on July 31, 2026
Stay up to date on research and events at the new MSU Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research center.
New MSU Extension farm stress training toolkit expands resources for Michigan and beyond

Published on July 29, 2026
MSU Extension has launched two updated presentations for agricultural professionals focused on farm stress management and effective communication with farmers.
AI may be watching, but who is leading?

Published on July 28, 2026
Technology is now available to dairy farmers that monitors employee actions. Is that a good thing or a bad thing? The answer lies in the motivation of the farmers who use the system.
Can irrigation or rain clear wildfire smoke?

Published on July 27, 2026
Understanding water as a tool for clearing the air.
Michigan AgrAbility 2025 updates

Published on July 22, 2026
For farmers, injuries, chronic health conditions, disabilities and the effects of aging can make everyday tasks more difficult and increase the risk of further injury.
'It changed my life': Urban farmer finds stability through counseling support

Published on July 21, 2026
Chris Huntoon operates a microgreens farm in downtown Grand Rapids where constant demands and financial strain eventually took a toll.