Dr. Kim Cassida

Associate Professor

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Biography

Kim Cassida is an Associate Professor and Extension Specialist in Forages and Cover Crops at Michigan State University Extension. Her work focuses on building sustainable agroecosystems with an emphasis on forage and cover crop management system. Dr. Cassida's research and extension programming target various aspects of alfalfa and grass management, including hay and haylage production, utilizing perennials and cover crops for pasture cattle, and sheep. She explores the interactions between soil, plants, and animals within integrated crop-livestock systems, contributing to more sustainable farming practices. Dr. Cassida has been involved in several initiatives to improve pasture revitalization and to solve issues related to alfalfa autotoxicity. She engages in outreach activities to educate farmers on effective strategies for sustainable livestock management and forage utilization.

Research Interests

Requirements for Michigan State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:17
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field At least 15 credits in psychology courses
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Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology