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Cold weather and alfalfa silage: Strategies for successful fermentation

Published on June 6, 2025
Low temperatures can be an obstacle when it comes to haylage production, but with optimal management practices, these challenges can be effectively addressed.
Inaugural Veteran Farming Conference set for July 2025 in Indiana

Published on June 5, 2025
Join military veterans, beginning and experienced farmers and ag professionals for hands-on training, networking and education at the first summer Veteran Farming Conference, July 11-12, 2025, in Shipshewana, Indiana. All are welcome to attend!
Raising the bar for calf care: A look into the Calf Care Quality Assurance program

Published on June 5, 2025
The CCQA program equips calf raisers with science-based training and resources to ensure consistent, high-quality care. It builds consumer trust, supports employee education and promotes animal welfare across the beef and dairy industries.
Managing calf transportation: The Canadian perspective

Published on June 5, 2025
As more young calves are traveling the roadways, researchers have been gathering data to determine what challenges calves face due to transportation and what can mitigate those issues to give calves the best start and achieve high heifer completion rates.
Explore adaptive farming in action: Visit an AgrAbility client’s farm in Allegan County

Published on June 5, 2025
Join MSU Extension staff for a visit to an AgrAbility client’s farm and see how assistive technology helps farmers overcome physical challenges and continue working in agriculture.
Safe travels: Preparing for the unexpected while hauling livestock and horses

Published on June 5, 2025
Before hitting the road with your livestock and horses, make sure you, your vehicle and your trailer are prepared for the unexpected.
Smarter manure management: New tools to save nitrogen and protect the environment

Published on June 5, 2025
Two recent studies from UW–Madison are testing ways to keep more nitrogen in the soil where crops can use it, while cutting down on pollution.
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.