This state-of-the-art facility boasts significantly expanded capacity, set to increase the herd size from 220 to an impressive 688 cows, with approximately 550 dedicated to milking. It integrates highly advanced technologies such as a double twelve parallel parlor, two robotic milkers, and automated feed bins designed for precise individual cow feeding. Additionally, it features specialized twelve-cow pens for management research and replicated pens, allowing for the observation of animal groups—a crucial capability for comprehensive dairy research.

The new center is engineered to provide unparalleled learning experiences for students, enhancing the educational journey in both Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine. It includes dedicated classrooms for 80 students, a conference room, laboratory spaces, and observation areas like a visitor center with expansive glass windows overlooking the parallel parlor. This commitment to modern education and research aims to attract diverse and talented individuals, ensuring a robust future workforce for the dairy industry and fostering dairy education technology.

A core tenet of the new MSU Dairy is its profound commitment to environmental stewardship and holistic sustainability. The facility strategically utilizes an existing anaerobic digester, which processes manure and food waste to generate electricity, powering parts of the campus. This initiative aligns with a broader focus on finding optimal ways to minimize the environmental footprint of dairy production while simultaneously ensuring profitability and positive community relations, setting a new standard for sustainable dairy farming.