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Harnessing fatty acids for transition cow management
Published on February 2, 2022
Energy and nutrient demands of the dairy cow are heightened during the fresh period and remain high throughout lactation, depending on milk production needs. Specific dietary fatty acids can help better meet these needs. -
Getting the most out of your forage evaluation: Understanding NDF digestibility
Published on February 2, 2022
Digestible fiber is important for dairy cattle productivity, but how can we quantify it? -
Dairy Spotlight: Melissa McKendree
Published on February 1, 2022
MSU Extension specialist in farm management and livestock economics. -
Dairy Spotlight: Phil Durst
Published on February 1, 2022
Senior Extension educator for dairy and beef cattle health and production. -
Tubergen Dairy Farm named 2022 Dairy Farmer of the Year
Published on January 19, 2022
MSU Department of Animal Science recognizes Tubergen Dairy Farm’s commitment to animal welfare, support of Michigan Dairy industry -
Compost handling in agriculture systems: Disease-suppressing and growth-promoting composts
Published on January 14, 2022
Part two of a six-part series on compost utilization and management on farms. -
Compost handling in agriculture systems: How is compost made?
Published on January 12, 2022
Part one of a six-part series on compost utilization and management on farms. -
MSU students close dairy cattle judging season at NAILE
Published on December 22, 2021
Five MSU students competed in the dairy cattle judging contest during the North American International Livestock Exposition. -
MSU students and 4-H youth return to national dairy cattle judging contest at World Dairy Expo
Published on December 21, 2021
Two teams and two individuals represented Michigan State University and Michigan 4-H in Madison, Wisconsin. -
Can precision livestock farming help optimize farm labor?
Published on December 20, 2021
Farmers understand “running to where the trouble is” and new technology with promising results can help.