Dairy Management
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Longtime Michigan dairy leader Doug Chapin encourages dairy farmers to invest in new MSU facility
Published on July 21, 2026
The Michigan Milk Producers Association is promoting two producer-led fundraising campaigns to support the new MSU Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center. -
Premiums for beef-dairy cross calves shrinking in percentage terms
Published on July 17, 2026
While premiums for beef-dairy cross calves versus dairy bull calves have increased in dollar terms over the past six years, they have decreased in percentage terms. -
Dairy Farm Labor Shortages, Adaptation Strategies and Preferences for Workforce Policy Options
Published on June 22, 2026
The research examines how labor shortages affect dairy operations and which policy solutions producers believe would most effectively address the problem. -
PFAS in dairy farming
Published on June 18, 2026
MSU Extension is here to help producers impacted by PFAS contamination. -
Anti-inflammatories and antimicrobial resistance
Published on June 18, 2026
Responsibly treating mastitis benefits cow health and the environment. -
Treating mastitis: Considering the costs of antibiotics and milk discard in dairy cows
Published on May 28, 2026
Treatment costs are variable, and farm-level decisions drive the cost. -
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. -
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.