W.K. Kellogg Farm

07/15/2023

One week left to register youth for educational contests during Michigan 4-H Youth Dairy Days!
Complete details can be found here:

Entry information for Michigan 4-H Youth Dairy Days. Includes rules, registration information, and resources to prepare for youth dairy cattle judging, youth dairy quiz bowl, youth dairy management, and youth showmanship and breed shows.

07/03/2023

Beginning at 3 p.m. on July 4, 2023 access to the KBS Conference Center & Manor House Estate property on Gull Lake will be restricted to KBS students and employees only.

This is to allow our staff and students to enjoy the holiday.
Thank you for your understanding.

06/01/2023

July 17 -21 2023 Michigan Dairy Expo and Michigan 4-H Youth Dairy Day

During the week there are breed shows and showmanship contests for 4-H youth as well as open shows for dairy enthusiasts of all ages.

Join youth from around Michigan to demonstrate dairy cattle knowledge and husbandry skills.

05/31/2023

The Virtual Breakfast Series is flexible, fluid, and able to adapt when issues arise due to unforeseen growing conditions. There will be an open 25-minute Q & A session following the presentations with MSU specialists and educators. Participants are encouraged to log into the Zoom link five minutes prior to the start time for a tech check and receive announcements.

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05/23/2023

The webinar is free and open to anyone interested in learning more about managing transition cows in AMS. Registration is required

In recent years, advances in technology have made automated milking systems an attractive option for dairy farmers. However, it is important to consider the implications of using these systems when managing transition cows.

05/17/2023

Michigan State University Extension is pleased to announce the launch of a new soil testing program for Michigan residents. Home gardeners and commercial clients may purchase soil sample bags and mailers through MSU Extension and receive recommendations directly from MSU Extension. A&L will analyze soil samples and send results to MSU Extension. MSU Extension staff will generate MSU recommendations and send those directly to the client.

MSU Extension launches new soil testing program for home gardeners and commercial growers.

05/16/2023

Participating is easy and free! You can join the live meeting via Zoom using a computer, tablet, mobile device, or regular phone line. Restricted use pesticide (RUP) credits and Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) CEU’s are also available for live attendees.

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05/10/2023

While looking at the plants or touching them is generally not hazardous, all parts of poison hemlock are toxic if ingested by humans and it is infamously known as the form of death chosen by Socrates. It is also highly toxic to livestock and wildlife.

Poison hemlock is a potentially dangerous w**d found in Michigan, and identifying it is the first step in controlling it.

05/03/2023

Several management strategies are available to help cows cope with heat stress minimizing its negative effects.

Download this helpful resource for use on your farm.

Several management strategies are available to help cows cope with heat stress minimizing its negative effects.

05/01/2023

As spring rolls in, it’s time to consider protecting our dairy cows from the dangers of warmer days. All dairy farmers know their cows are subject to heat stress on warm summer days. Dairy cows are more sensitive to heat stress than many other mammals because of the high metabolic heat production of rumen fermentation.

Several management strategies are available to help cows cope with heat stress minimizing its negative effects.

03/01/2023

March 8 at 6 p.m. in the KBS Auditorium (3700 E. Gull Lake Dr., Hickory Corners, MI) is the first of several "Conservation Conversations" taking place! Meet other stewards and learn how to get involved in local conservation efforts!

Interested in meeting scientists to learn about current research, management approaches, unique natural communities and diverse partnerships involved in supporting Michigan ecosystems? Would you like to meet other stewards and learn how to get involved in local conservation efforts? Several "Conservation Conversations" are scheduled in various locations around Michigan. The first conversation will be held on March 8th at the Michigan State University Kellogg Biological Station Conference Center in Hickory Corners. Our featured speaker is Jesse Lincoln! Learn more about this and other scheduled "Conservation" Conversations: https://www.canr.msu.edu/conservation_stewards_program/