MSU Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center

MSU Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center Michigan State University's south campus dairy is maintained for teaching, extension, and research.

09/08/2026

Join the MSU College of Agriculture and Natural Resources and the MSU College of Veterinary Medicine and Veterinary Medical Center to celebrate the dedication of the new MSU Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center — a world-class facility built to advance the future of dairy teaching, research and outreach at MSU.

Rooted in MSU’s longstanding commitment to Michigan agriculture, the new facility provides expanded opportunities for hands-on student learning and cutting-edge research while strengthening the university’s ability to serve Michigan’s dairy industry. Together, we’ll celebrate this investment in the people, partnerships and innovation that will help move agriculture forward for generations to come.

The event takes place on Thursday, October 8 from 1:30–3:30 p.m. Learn more and register here: events.givingto.msu.edu/26-dairy-dedication/

09/08/2026

Abigail Sowell was another new student employee who joined us this summer, but you would never have known she was new! She jumped right in, got along with everyone, and quickly became a great addition to our team.

She always seems to have a smile on her face and brings such a positive attitude to the farm. We’re so glad Abigail chose to spend her summer working with us, and we truly appreciate all of her hard work and the positivity she brought with her each day!

We’re excited to keep Abigail on the team this fall and look forward to seeing her continue to learn, grow, and be a part of the team! 💚🐮

🐄 Can you spot the irony in these photos? 👀We never pass up an opportunity to post a newborn calf! And we can definitely...
09/05/2026

🐄 Can you spot the irony in these photos? 👀

We never pass up an opportunity to post a newborn calf! And we can definitely see the resemblance between mama and baby.

This little one made her arrival nearly two weeks before her due date—but apparently mama had other plans for the calendar…

P.S. If you can’t tell from the photo, mama’s name is August because she was born on August 19, 2024. I guess she didn’t want to share her birthday month with her baby! 😂

09/04/2026

Next up is Addisyn Grostefon!

Addisyn has been working with us for nearly a year now. She didn’t originally plan on spending her summer at the farm, but we’re so glad she was able to come back and jump right in where she left off!

It was great having her back on the team and seeing how much she has learned and grown since she first started with us. We’re so thankful for all of her hard work and the time she spent with us this summer!

~Go GREEN 💚

09/02/2026

Even one hour of employee training pays off in the milking parlor- read a new article by Dr. Pamela Ruegg on employee training here: bit.ly/3SpQpqF, or watch her YouTube video about it here: https://youtu.be/IBFguyHN6yI

08/31/2026

📚 Happy First Day of Classes! 📚

Even though school is officially back in session, we wanted to keep our summer recap going and highlight some of the students who spent their summer working here at the farm!

Today, we’re highlighting Aubrey Allaire, who has been working with us for a little over a year now. Aubrey was a huge help throughout the summer, especially during the busy transition from the spring semester to summer.

She helped train some of our newer employees, shared her experience, and helped get everyone on the right track as we kicked off the summer. We are incredibly grateful for all of the time, hard work, and knowledge Aubrey has brought to our team!

We’re excited to continue watching her learn, grow, and take on new opportunities. Thanks for all you do, Aubrey! 🐄💚

08/29/2026

It’s a good thing you can’t smell through a screen! 😂

Even though the stench can be quite strong, we have many sensors and procedures in place to help keep everyone working in and around the barn safe.

Many of you have probably wondered what happens to all of the manure and sand here at the farm. In this video, Riley Baker, our Assistant Manager, talks about the manure management system we have in place and gives you a look at how the process works.

It is still a work in progress, but we are on the right track toward developing a successful and efficient process. With this system, we are able to reclaim 99.9% of the sand and reuse it as freestall bedding for our cows. In addition to that, the solid manure that is sent over to the Anaerobic Digester is used to produce methane gas which helps generate electricity for the farm and even help power some buildings across campus!

It may not be the prettiest—or best-smelling—part of dairy farming, but it plays an important role in sustainability and making the most of the resources we have.

~Go GREEN ♻️💚

08/27/2026

Next up is Maddie Lucas! 🐄💚

Maddie actually isn’t a student here at MSU. She attends the school just down the road…which we won’t mention. 😉 But we decided not to hold that against her!

Maddie has been an amazing addition to our team this summer and has learned so much during her time here at the farm. We’ve loved having her around and watching her grow in confidence and experience.

We’re so thankful for all of her hard work this summer and wish her the very best of luck in all of her future adventures! Good luck, Maddie! 🐮💚

08/26/2026

Three weeks left to nominate a great Michigan Dairy farm for MSU Dairy Farm of the Year! Applications due by 9/15/26: bit.ly/4aQmrC5

08/24/2026

Happy Monday!

Over the summer, we had quite a few student employees work here at the farm. A few have been with us since we moved into our new facility, while others were brand new this summer. It’s amazing to see how much they can learn and grow in such a short amount of time!

Today, we’d like to introduce you to Ava Harris! Ava has been working here at the farm since last fall and continued working with us throughout the summer. We’ve loved watching her gain experience, learn new skills, and become an important part of our team.

Stay tuned as we introduce you to more of the students who spent their summer learning, working, and getting hands-on experience here at the farm!

~Go GREEN 💚

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