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Missouri Good Neighbor Week documents more than 31K acts of neighboring
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – The tally is in, and 31,129 acts of neighboring were documented this year as part of the fourth annual Missouri Good Neighbor Week, Sept. 28 – Oct. 4. The goal had been to reach 20,000 acts.
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Sedum: Pollinators love this easy-peasy purple and pink plant
Sedums are low-maintenance, late-blooming plants that attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators with vibrant purple and pink flowers.
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Missouri growers are sweet on honey of a berry
Honeyberry, a hardy shrub thriving in Missouri's diverse soils, offers early spring fruit with antioxidant-rich berries resembling a blend of raspberry and blackberry.
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MU study looks at poultry litter's impact on soybean yields
Poultry litter may boost soybean yields, adding nutrients and organic matter, especially in eroded or low-fertility soils.
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Mosquitoes can take a bite out of outdoor fun
BLUE SPRINGS, Mo. - With summer rain come mosquitoes, and with mosquitoes come not just itchy bites but the risk of diseases such as West Nile virus, St. Louis encephalitis, malaria, Zika virus and yellow fever, among others, says University of Missouri Extension horticulturist and entomologist Tamra Reall. Prevention
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Heatstroke can kill quickly in hot cars
COLUMBIA, Mo. – When the news has another tragic story about a child accidentally left in a hot car, parents might believe they could never make a mistake like that. “It’s not just negligent parents or indifferent caregivers. When juggling the demands of work, parenting and daily life, it’s easier than you might think to make a simple but fatal mistake,” says Karen Funkenbusch, University of Missouri Extension health and safety…
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Truman gardens still bloom with beauty thanks to Master Gardeners
Master Gardeners continue to care for Truman Gardens, preserving its historical beauty with vibrant blooms that enhance the visitor experience.
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Missouri Master Gardeners volunteer to teach others their passion
Missouri Master Gardeners volunteer to teach gardening skills, sharing knowledge and passion with their communities.
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Total eclipse is brief 'buzzkill' for bees
Bees remain active as light fades during the eclipse, then abruptly go silent at totality—an unexpected behavioral pause likely mimicking nightfall.
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Creating a Kansas City regional arts inventory
University of Missouri Extension’s Urban West Region is partnering with ArtsKC to develop a comprehensive asset map and online arts inventory for the five-county Kansas City metro region. The ArtsKC Regional Arts Impact Dashboard helps to:
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MU Master Gardeners 'Dreams' team grows love of gardening, education
Volunteers teach urban youth in Kansas City to plant gardens, grow healthy food, and build lifelong skills.
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Tuesday Tip videos bring gardening tips alive
Get expert gardening tips in short, engaging videos covering topics like plant care, pest control, and seasonal advice for gardeners at every level
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Billions of cicadas bring buzzy magic to Missouri in 2024
Billions of cicadas will emerge across Missouri in 2024, creating a rare, noisy spectacle that won’t happen again for over 200 years.
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MU Extension helps young fisherman make a difference
A determined 13-year-old leads cleanup, invasive plant removal, park repairs, trash removal and safety improvements at an urban Kansas City lake.
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Missouri 4-H youths fall into fashion
Missouri 4-H youths showcase fashion skills at the state revue, with top winners heading to the national FCS championship.
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Veteran and urban groups team up to grow produce and peace of mind
Veterans and urban farmers collaborate in St. Louis to grow fresh produce, build community, and support mental well-being through agriculture.
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Show-Me MO Success podcast: Platte County, MU Extension give Dorothy Day Cabin a new purpose
KANSAS CITY, Mo. –The Dorothy Day Cabin sits in the Green Hills of Platte Wildlife Preserve just a few minutes north of downtown Kansas City. Dorothy Day, an artist and conservationist, lived in the cabin until her death in 2011. Platte County spent $1 million to preserve the cabin and has looked for ways for the public to make use of it.
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Missouri SBDC continues to “Elevate” second-stage businesses
Missouri SBDC's Elevate program helps second-stage businesses grow, expand markets, and strengthen leadership with expert guidance.
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KC landscape business grows with help from the Missouri APEX Accelerator
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – When Chris Henry wanted to grow his lawn care business, RC Landscape Services, to pursue government jobs in the Kansas City area, he turned to the Missouri APEX Accelerator, a program of University of Missouri Extension.
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Missouri Digital Ambassadors will help communities connect
A volunteer group in Missouri is helping communities access and benefit from broadband through local training and support.
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Missouri 4-H'ers compete at 2023 Western National Roundup
Eight Missouri 4-H youth competed at the 2023 Western National Roundup in Denver, placing in speaking, fashion and livestock judging.
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Missouri SBDC elevates business, impacts economic development
Missouri SBDC's Elevate program helps growing small businesses boost sales, investment, and jobs with expert guidance.
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Master Showman Competitions: Displaying Youths’ Hard Work
The Issue 4-H and FFA Livestock projects impact youth life skill development in motivation, responsibility, goal setting, discipline, and leadership (Anderson et al., 2015; Boleman et al., 2004; Evans, et al. 2019; Heavner et al., 2011; Rusk et al, 2003). Knowledge of husbandry and showing procedures increased the longer youth participate in the projects (Havner et al., 2011; Rusk et al., 2003).
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MU Extension guide, spreadsheet help estimate farmland values
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Buyers and sellers who need an estimate of the value of a piece of farmland may not always find it feasible to get an appraisal, particularly one that reflects the land’s historical value needed to calculate taxes and settle estates.
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10 Missouri small businesses prepare to “Elevate” beyond the second stage
Ten Missouri small businesses from diverse industries are participating in the 2022 Elevate program to advance beyond the second stage.