NEMO Beef Cattle Improvement Association

On March 31,record prices were established at the 40^th Annual Northeast MO Performance Tested Bull Sale held at Palmyra, Mo, selling the most bulls in the sale’s history. Sixty-seven bulls averaged $3916, which was $370 over the average in 2011. The high breed average was Angus at $4057.  Other breed averages were Hereford $3800, Simmental $3550, and Charolais $3467. High selling bull in the sale was an Angus consigned by Mark & Cindy Womack, Elmer Mo and sold for $6200.  It was purchased by Novinger Farm, Kirksville, Mo.  Two other bulls an Angus and a Polled Hereford sold for $6000 each, consigned by Kris & Tracy Graupman and Falling Timber Farm.  Thirteen bulls sold for $5000 or higher. Other top selling bulls included a Hereford consigned by Falling Timber Farms at $5650; a Simmental consigned by Prairie View Farm at $4300; and a Charolais consigned by Ricketts Charolais at $3800.

 4-H: Leaders for Life

 4-H Faculty, Staff and Volunteers create multiple opportunities for youth. 4-H project work and related educational experiences help youth explore interests in citizenship, communications and leadership.  4-H Youth report 3 times more opportunities than their non-4-H peers to engage in meaningful community leadership roles. This interest in leadership and community service translates to a 70% greater likelihood of  4-H members to attend college compared to youth participating in other out-of school programs. 4-H is growing the leaders of tomorrow today.  For information on joining 4-H, contact your local Extension Office.

Are you a gardener?

  As we head into summer, check out the latest issue of the Garden Talk newsletter and read tips for vegetables, fruits, and lawn care each month.  Also, check out the latest Horticulture Radio Programs for up-to-date information from MU Extension Horticulturalist Jennifer Schutter.

Trees add value to your landscape

Trees can provide your home with shade, wind protection and visual appeal. They can reduce energy costs, provide recreation for children and habitat for wildlife.  Newly planted trees need special attention, and not all trees are suitable for all conditions. MU Extension’s horticulture experts have developed a series of publications to help you choose the right tree and get it established.

G6800, Selecting Landscape Plants: Shade Trees
G6805, Selecting Landscape Plants: Flowering Trees
G6810, Selecting Landscape Plants: Uncommon Trees for Specimen Plantings
G6815, Selecting Landscape Plants: Needled Evergreens
G6820, Selecting Landscape Plants: Broad-leaved Evergreens
G6850, How to Plant a Tree