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Continuous corn in Michigan: Popular practice, but is it sustainable?

Published on June 3, 2025
Many Michigan livestock and dairy producers rely on corn-on-corn cropping systems to meet feed demands, but is this short rotation approach truly effective? Here are some considerations for corn-on-corn production systems before sticking with it.
Upcoming events to bolster the sustainability of your farm - Summer 2025

Published on June 3, 2025
Field days and workshops available, highlighting research-based ideas to maximize return on investment and solve problems on the farm.
Safety first: Forage harvesters and balers pose significant safety risks

Published on June 2, 2025
Forage harvester and baler safety is non-negotiable. For one 23-year-old, the risk and result were tragic.
Making better decisions sooner: A conversation with Jennifer Walker of Kinder Ground

Published on May 30, 2025
Choosing what's best for a calf can be emotionally difficult, but with clear decision trees, proper training and open communication, farm teams can act confidently and ensure the right outcomes for animal care.
Early season irrigation for small grains and forages

Published on May 22, 2025
Irrigated small grains and alfalfa hay tend to have higher water demands when compared to most field crops and are often overlooked when it comes to timely irrigation.
Turning data into better decisions for growth, health and welfare in dairy calves through precision livestock technology

Published on May 22, 2025
Precision tools are helping dairy farms move beyond herd averages by tracking growth, health and behavior in real time to make smarter, calf-focused decisions that improve welfare, weaning and long-term performance.
Help shape the future of livestock water management—Take the MSU Extension survey

Published on May 16, 2025
Your input can help shape practical solutions for more efficient water use in animal agriculture.
Managing heat stress in heifers: Protecting performance from calf to cow

Published on May 13, 2025
Understanding how heat stress affects youngstock, in-utero and beyond and implementing targeted cooling and nutrition strategies can help producers safeguard both current and future herd performance.
Rethinking calf hutch environments: Managing microclimates to improve health and welfare

Published on May 12, 2025
Being aware of and managing for shifts in the temperature humidity index in calf housing will help calves be healthier, develop better and be one step closer to entering the milking herd.
She’s weaned, now what? Setting heifers up for success in their post-weaning transition

Published on May 12, 2025
Being aware of and managing for shifts in the temperature humidity index in calf housing will help calves be healthier, develop better and be one step closer to entering the milking herd.