MSU Extension Dairy

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  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.

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  M-AAA investment powers MSU discoveries advancing dairy cow fertility and farm success

  Published on April 22, 2026
  M-AAA support enables MSU researchers to develop fertility programs that raise conception rates, reduce herd turnover and strengthen the long-term viability of Michigan dairy farms.

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  MSU Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center publishes first newsletter

  Published on April 20, 2026
  Stay up to date on research and events at the new MSU Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center.

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  U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins visits MSU Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center

  Published on April 16, 2026
  Visit included a tour of the newly opened dairy research facility, a roundtable discussion with local farmers and stakeholders and a press conference announcing new USDA grant funding for specialty crops.

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  USDA Under Secretary visits MSU, tours new dairy facility

  Published on April 9, 2026
  USDA representatives visited MSU's new state-of-the-art Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center April 6.

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  El Equipo de Extensión de Lechería ofrece numerosos recursos en español

  Published on March 20, 2026
  Un porcentaje significativo de empleados de la industria lechera en el estado de Michigan hablan español como su primer idioma.

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  The MSU Extension dairy team offers many resources in Spanish

  Published on March 20, 2026
  Since a significant percentage of dairy employees in Michigan speak Spanish as their primary language, MSU Extension offers resources and training in Spanish to assist those who work in the dairy industry.

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  Michigan Rep. Luke Meerman values MSU’s longstanding support of Michigan agriculture

  Published on February 26, 2026
  From his farming roots to his role in the Michigan Legislature, Rep. Luke Meerman understands the importance of MSU research that's driven by agriculture industry priorities.