Published
Professional liability insurance
Perhaps the best-known type of professional liability insurance is malpractice insurance carried by medical professionals. Professional liability insurance carried by other professionals, such as accountants and architects, is frequently called errors and omissions insurance. Professional liability insurance is intended to covers lawsuits arising from professional services.
Published
Wantland tops 2019 state 4-H dairy judging contest
Lila Wantland judged herself to the top of the senior division of the Missouri State 4-H Dairy Judging Contest. The contest was held Aug. 17 at the Missouri State Fair in Sedalia. Wantland was the high individual in the intermediate division of the state contest in 2018.
Published
Water availability
Excerpted from the Environmental Impact of Missouri Crop Production report
Published
Impact of major weather events
Excerpted from the Environmental Impact of Missouri Crop Production report
Published
Wildlife population trends
Excerpted from the Environmental Impact of Missouri Crop Production report
Published
Atrazine detects in surface water
Atrazine levels in Missouri surface water sometimes exceed EPA's 3 ppb limit but remain below harmful thresholds.
Published
Farmer participation in conservation programs
Excerpted from the Environmental Impact of Missouri Crop Production report
Published
Precision ag tools
Discover how precision ag tools like sensors, drones, and GPS improve efficiency, cut costs, and boost yields for smarter farming.
Published
Fertilizer usage and efficiency
Farmers are improving fertilizer efficiency, producing more crops per unit. Adoption of better nutrient management practices is increasing.
Published
Chemical and pesticide use
Excerpted from the Environmental Impact of Missouri Crop Production report
Published
Irrigation and water use efficiency
Excerpted from the Environmental Impact of Missouri Crop Production report
Published
Biotechnology use and adoption of GE crops
Excerpted from the Environmental Impact of Missouri Crop Production report
Published
Tillage practices
Excerpted from the Environmental Impact of Missouri Crop Production report
Published
Cropping history
Excerpted from the Environmental Impact of Missouri Crop Production report
Published
Major land uses
Excerpted from the Environmental Impact of Missouri Crop Production report
Published
U.S.–China trade war results in 25% decline in total U.S. soybean exports
The U.S.–China trade war has led to a 25% drop in U.S. soybean exports, disrupting global trade and impacting farmers and markets worldwide.
Published
African swine fever reduces China’s pork production
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) projects that by the end of 2019, China’s total swine inventory will be down by 18%. Indeed, the USDA estimated that the Chinese sow inventory was down 12% at the start of 2019.
Published
Corn prices headed up?
A significant reduction in corn production could push farm prices to $4.15 per bushel and Chicago Board of Trade prices near $4.50 per bushel.
Published
A glut of soybeans?
The U.S. soybean market faces potential oversupply due to trade disputes, high carry-in stocks, reduced Chinese demand, and possible acreage shifts.
Published
National planting progress data as of June 23, 2019
U.S. weekly crop update as of June 23, 2019: corn 96% planted, soybeans 85%, cotton 96%, with Missouri’s rice slowed by heavy rain.
Published
Proper disposal of flood-damaged grain
download this article
Published
First steps home after a flood
As floodwaters recede and you’re allowed back into your home or business to assess the damage, take lots of pictures of the building and its contents to document damages for insurance claims.
Published
Inspect buildings and look for fire hazards
Once an area has been cleared for you to return, stay out of any buildings where floodwaters remain. Avoid using candles or open flames. Instead, use battery-powered lanterns or flashlights to reduce fire hazards.
Published
Removing water from flooded basements
Ensure safety before entering a flooded basement: turn off utilities, check for structural damage, and pump water gradually to prevent foundation issues.
Published
Saving food after a power outage
Those of us in the Midwest know that spring storms can bring power outages. When freezers and refrigerators are off for several hours, whether it’s due to a storm or an accident, the food safety rules about what to keep or toss are the same.