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Through a network of county offices, the University of Missouri solves problems and engages with communities across all 114 counties and the City of St. Louis.

MU faculty, staff and elected council members, who live in your community, work with you to identify local interests and issues and then offer relevant programming and resources to meet the unique needs of you and your community.

Our job is to partner with communities to find solutions with credible, science-based information that will help you:

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  • Grow safe and healthy food
  • Build and grow profitable businesses
  • Improve your health and relationships
  • Increase agricultural production
  • Update professional training in business, health and safety
  • Engage youth as valued, contributing citizens

Explore the MU Extension website and your county page to discover how MU Extension can enhance your life.

Publications

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The Random Shuffle of Genes: Putting the E in EPD

Publication date: March 1, 2021

Even though expected progeny differences (EPDs) have been used by the beef industry for more than 40 years, many misconceptions still exist. Occasionally we will hear a producer say something like, “I bred my cows to a low birth weight bull, but I ...

Guide to Estrus Synchronization Products

Publication date: March 1, 2021

Estrus synchronization of beef cows and heifers is simple and easy, due to extensive research efforts at the University of Missouri and other institutions. Several protocols and other resources have been developed to allow beef producers to ...

Split-Time AI: Using Estrus Detection Aids to Optimize Timed Artificial Insemination

Publication date: March 1, 2021

Figure 1. Cattle with Esrotect patches. (Photo by Shawn Dunagan, Montana Stockgrowers Association)Timed artificial insemination (AI) pregnancy rates can be optimized through use of a split-time AI approach following administration of certain ...

Antibiotics and Other Additives for Swine: Food Safety Considerations

Publication date: Nov. 1, 2018

The term antibiotic means "against life" or "destructive to life." An antibiotic is a natural compound synthesized by a living organism that inhibits the growth of another living organism.Nearly all antibiotics are produced by bacteria or molds. Many ...

Evaluating Vitamin Premixes for Swine

Publication date: Nov. 1, 2018

Feed is a major portion of the total costs involved in Missouri swine production. Interest in on-farm ration formulation and mixing is growing, particularly in years of short feed supplies and high prices.If producers are willing to learn the ...

Swine Diet Manipulation to Minimize Environmental Impacts

Publication date: Nov. 1, 2018

The trend toward intensive swine production has raised concerns about concentrated production of manure. These concerns are challenging pork producers to adopt not only improved manure management methods but also methods for reducing the amount of ...

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Online courses

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Food Preservation 2022

online $30.00

This self-paced course provides research based information needed to safely and successfully preserve food at home. Participants of all levels of food preservation experience are welcome, including individuals with little or no previous food ...

Fundamentals of Supervision

July 1, 2021 - Oct. 31, 2021

online $240.00

Transitioning to a supervisory role can be difficult; it can be challenging to be the boss of those who used to be your peers. As an individual contributor, you developed specific technical expertise that made you proficient in completing ...

The Beginning Gardener-Getting Started with Vegetables 2021

Feb. 27, 2021 - April 17, 2021

online $40.00

Thank you for enrolling in the The Beginning Gardener Series. This course is designed to give you just enough information to plant your first vegetable garden, without overwhelming you with too much detail. This is a self-paced course designed for ...

21 Indispensable Qualities of a Leader

April 11, 2021 - June 11, 2021

online $50.00

Everything rises and falls on leadership. The challenge is that leadership develops from the inside out. If you can become the leader you ought to be on the inside, you will be able to become the leader you want to be on the outside. Learn more about ...

Becoming an Engaged Neighbor

March 20, 2021 - May 2, 2021

online $50.00

Becoming an engaged neighbor means learning and using the names of people who live next to you, developing relationships with them, and being involved in your neighborhood. It does take time and effort. But there are personal and community benefits. ...

Emergency Services Leadership

Nov. 19, 2020 - Feb. 1, 2021

online $375.00

The self-paced course is designed to prepare students to address the always-changing issues that leaders face within the fire service. Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to apply policies and procedures; recommend action for ...

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Contact us

MU Extension in Lewis County
104 E. Jefferson St.
Monticello, MO 63457

Phone:
573-767-5273

Fax:
573-767-5317

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Office hours:

9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday

Description:

The Lewis County Extension Office is located behind the Courthouse and Sheriff's Office.