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To raise quality, make hay before seeds set
Thursday, May 16, 2013
COLUMBIA, Mo. – “Don’t delay making hay,” says Rob Kallenbach, University of Missouri Extension.
Slow-growing pastures need more warmth, not added fertility, says MU forage specialist
Friday, May 10, 2013
COLUMBIA, Mo. – After a long, slow start, pasture grass just needs more time and warm weather.
Fungal disease wipes out alfalfa weevils in central Missouri, MU entomologist says
Friday, May 3, 2013
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Alfalfa weevil, a major pest of a prime hay crop, died out across central Missouri this spring. Credit the weather, says a University of Missouri Extension entomologist.
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MU Thompson Farm board hears updates on beef AI studies, pastures, field day plans
Thursday, April 25, 2013
SPICKARD, Mo.—New research at the MU Thompson Farm beef herd in Grundy County was discussed by the advisory board, Tuesday, April 23.
Overcoming forage shortages in a drought
Thursday, March 28, 2013
COLUMBIA, Mo.–During the drought of 2012, producers with disappearing forage were seeking options to feed livestock.
First green grass of spring is not enough to supply nutrient needs of grazing cows
Tuesday, March 26, 2013
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Turning cow herds out to graze pastures at the first sign of green grass harms forage growth later in the season. But there’s another big reason to wait, says a University of Missouri beef nutritionist.
Alliance holds schools to detoxify Missouri’s K-31 fescue pastures
Monday, March 25, 2013
LINNEUS, Mo. – Kentucky 31 tall fescue covers the ground well and resists insects, drought and overgrazing. But this most widely used pasture grass in Missouri has a flaw. “Common fescue is toxic to livestock,” said Craig Roberts, University of Missouri Extension forage specialist.
Organically grown alfalfa offers opportunities
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
COLUMBIA, Mo.– The growth of the organic livestock-production industry has generated interest in raising organic alfalfa, says a University of Missouri Extension forage specialist.
Cover crops can provide many benefits
Wednesday, February 27, 2013
COLUMBIA, Mo.– Having plant growth in fields year-round can improve the soil, according to Tim Reinbott, superintendent of the University of Missouri Bradford Research Center. He says using cover crops in the fall and spring can provide large benefits.
Alfalfa in forage system extends feed in drought
Wednesday, January 23, 2013
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Another drought year ahead or not, adding more forages to the grazing mix helps during the annual summer slump, says a University of Missouri Extension forage specialist.
Cropping system strategies to mitigate drought
Tuesday, January 8, 2013
COLUMBIA, Mo.– Producers can take steps to reduce the impact of drought, should we face another shortage of rainfall in 2013, says a University of Missouri plant scientist.
Deep roots help grass stay green in dry spell; grazing grass too short kills off root systems
Wednesday, December 26, 2012
COLUMBIA, Mo. -- In the prolonged summer drought, farmers noticed that grass stayed green longer in their hayfields than in their pastures.
Detecting and controlling red imported fire ants
Thursday, September 6, 2012
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Drought-affected farmers forced to buy hay from out of state can take steps to avoid introducing red imported fire ants to their farms.
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Hundley Whaley Research Center Field Day Set for Aug. 29
Thursday, August 9, 2012
ALBANY, Mo. – Fertility needs following a drought, safely stretching forage supplies and improving soils and boosting yields are a few of the topics farmers can learn about at Hundley Whaley Research Center’s annual Field Day Aug. 29, 2012.
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Lush green soybean field may not be good sign; MU specialist says nutrients are in leaf, not pod
Friday, August 3, 2012
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Farmers are reporting that in spite of prolonged drought and hot temperatures their soybean plants appear amazingly green for this time of year.