Making room: MSU re-evaluates space for the south campus farms

Infrastructure Planning and Facilities, in partnership with the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, has launched a significant initiative to safely demolish 22 deteriorating structures across the south campus farms. This effort aims to create 66,000 square feet of usable space for future agricultural and educational needs, ensuring a safer environment for students and researchers alike.

“Deciding to remove any structure on campus is always a challenging choice,” said Dr. Thomas Glasmacher, interim executive vice president of administration. “In the case of the farm district, we must strike a balance between honoring history, ensuring efficiency, and maximizing reusability, all while recognizing that many of these buildings have far outlived their useful life. The costs associated with maintaining these structures are not justified, and we believe it is more prudent to refocus resources and utilize funds for other strategic projects for the south campus farms.”

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