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Quick response critical to reducing impacts of manure spills

Published on September 22, 2026
Manure spills can happen despite the best prevention efforts. Understanding response procedures and reporting requirements can help safeguard water quality and reduce liability.
Building Michigan’s Resilience, One Trained Responder at a Time

Published on September 18, 2026
MSU Extension’s ERAIL program prepares first responders to safely manage livestock during storms, power outages and other high-impact events, not just accidents on the road.
Building safety into the everyday rhythm of agricultural work

Published on September 16, 2026
Farm safety resources to help farm owners, workers and families turn tragedy into practical steps for preventing serious injuries and deaths.
New to Agriculture? We’ve got a guide for you!

Published on September 10, 2026
The Beginning Farmer Resource and Decision-Making Guide is now available from Michigan State University Extension and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Cracked solar panel raises questions, but what does the science say?

Published on September 10, 2026
Fact sheet examines how modern solar panels are built and why studies show damaged panels pose little risk to soil and groundwater.
Michigan State University Extension to offer two Emergency Response to Accidents Involving Livestock (ERAIL) related trainings

Published on September 9, 2026
Equipment needed to safely extricate livestock from trailers, move and contain animals following a transportation accident will be displayed and described in this section of the ERAIL course offered in person by MSU Extension.
Mark your calendars for the 2027 Breakfast on the Farm event

Published on September 2, 2026
MSU Extension's Breakfast on the Farm event returns on July 10, 2027, in Clayton, Michigan.
Optimizing sheep nutrition: A virtual management series

Published on August 31, 2026
Interested in learning more about feeding your sheep? MSU Extension can help you understand how to get the most out of your feed dollars.
USDA releases farmland cash rental values for Michigan counties

Published on August 27, 2026
Michigan State University Extension updates their annual report with the latest data.
Agrivoltaics as a rural economic engine in Michigan

Published on August 19, 2026
Agrivoltaics offers a practical framework for producing food and electricity on the same land while supporting farmer choice, rural economic development and long-term agricultural viability.