Neighboring lessons from voices across America

Voices from across America reflect on everyday neighborly acts—from greetings and gatherings to caring and uniting communities.

Johnsongrass appears in NW Missouri crops, pastures

Johnsongrass is spreading in northwest Missouri's crops and pastures. Experts recommend early fall herbicide applications and integrated control methods.

Mizzou meets Missouri at the State Fair

Whether it’s through interactive exhibitions, educational programming or support for young leaders, Mizzou plays a proud role in helping the fair fulfill its mission to champion Missouri agriculture and inspire future generations.

2025 Missouri Hunger Atlas now available

Food insecurity is on the rise in Missouri, according to the newly released 2025 Missouri Hunger Atlas. Published every other year, the atlas provides local leaders, nonprofits and agencies with data they can use to guide resources and shape solutions.

Update on MU Extension SNAP-Ed programming

SNAP-Ed ends Oct 1, 2025; MU Extension shifts focus to new health education initiatives statewide.

When your garden becomes a drive-thru for wildlife

Most gardeners know the frustration of having a beautiful garden decimated by wildlife. Just like people, deer and other critters are drawn to food that is tasty and convenient. A garden is wildlife’s equivalent of a fast food drive-thru.

Keep the sparkle, skip the ER: Fireworks safety for July 4

They light up the sky, but fireworks can also send people to the emergency room. Before you celebrate, take a few simple steps to keep your family safe.

First reports of Japanese beetles received in Missouri

COLUMBIA, Mo. – University of Missouri Integrated Pest Management reports the capture of its first Japanese beetles of the season, says MU Extension crops entomologist Ivair Valmorbida. The beetles appeared in Stoddard, Barton, Christian and Holt counties, as reported by MU’s Pest Monitoring Network, which gathers information from across the state.

Expert comment: Potential cuts to federal food assistance, nutrition education

Experts discuss how proposed cuts to federal food assistance and nutrition education programs could affect communities and families.

Report outlines Missouri population growth

Missouri’s population grew 1.5% from 2020–2024, driven entirely by domestic and international migration.

Missouri's best-kept secret is hiding in plain sight

How MU Extension helps people help themselves—all across the state.

NW Extension team wins big at Extension & Engagement Week

COLUMBIA, Mo. – University of Missouri Extension hosted its annual Extension & Engagement Week Oct. 21-23. The event brought together community leaders, educators and administrators from across Missouri to celebrate and strengthen the university’s mission of public engagement and outreach.

MU Extension selects winner, finalists for NW County Council of the Year

NORTHWEST MISSOURI – The University of Missouri Extension County Council of the Year award is a recognition given during Extension and Engagement Week, held each October, to build relationships between MU Extension, campus, and community partners. The award recognizes the central role Extension Councils have in:

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…

Severe-weather resources from MU Extension

Access free resources, guides, and videos to stay safe and prepared during severe weather and flooding emergencies.

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.

Tar spot of corn confirmed in June in Missouri – the earliest ever

In June 2023, tar spot of corn was confirmed in Holt and Marion counties, Missouri, marking the earliest detection in the state.

Graves-Chapple weather station updates to real-time information

ROCK PORT, Mo. – An upgraded University of Missouri weather station in Atchison County now provides real-time weather data. The South Atchison weather station will give the agricultural community automated critical information, says Jim Crawford, director of the MU Graves-Chapple Extension and Education Center.

Flood-related resources from MU Extension

Access practical tips and guides to stay safe, protect property, and recover after floods.

MU Graves-Chapple Center to add building

ROCK PORT, Mo. – For more than 30 years, the University of Missouri Graves-Chapple Extension and Education Center near Rock Port has provided information to help growers increase their profitability and continue to be good stewards of their land and the environment.

Missouri SBDC elevates business, impacts economic development

Missouri SBDC's Elevate program helps growing small businesses boost sales, investment, and jobs with expert guidance.

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).

Students compete on broadband expansion plans for NW Missouri

University students compete to create plans expanding high-speed broadband access for northwest Missouri communities.

NW Missouri broadband planning offers statewide model

MARYVILLE, Mo. – Efforts to expand broadband access and digital literacy in northwestern Missouri can be a model for the rest of the state, said B.J. Tanksley, director of broadband development for the Missouri Department of Economic Development.

Tar spot of corn confirmed in NE Missouri

Tar spot, a corn disease that can reduce yields, is confirmed in northeastern Missouri. Monitor crops for early signs.

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