The following publications might be of particular interest to people in Nodaway County. For a complete list of MU Extension publications, visit the main Publications page.
Disease Prevention in Home Vegetable Gardens
Reviewed
Reduce disease in your garden through prevention methods, including sanitation; cultural, physical and biological practices; staking; and solarization.
Vegetable Harvest and Storage
Reviewed
Learn how to properly harvest and store various vegetables to ensure optimal quality and shelf life.
Fresh Market Tomatoes
Reviewed
Discover essential guidelines for profitable tomato production in Missouri, including site selection, soil improvement, and marketing strategies.
Missouri Fence and Boundary Law Reference Guide
Revised
Learn about Missouri fencing and boundary laws, including duties, rights, and resolving disputes between landowners regarding fences and boundaries.
How to Plant a Tree
Revised
Trees provide shade, wind protection and visual appeal. Given their value, it is wise to put consideration into their selection, planting and maintenance.
Soil Sample Information Form for Lawns and Gardens
Revised
Missouri homeowners and small-business owners can have the soil in their vegetable garden, flower garden or lawn analyzed by the MU Soil and Plant Testing Lab using this form. Be sure to mention specific crops being grown, if applicable.
Missouri Farmland Values Opinion Survey
Reviewed
Find Missouri cropland, pasture, timberland and hunting or recreation land values reported by surveyed agricultural lenders, rural appraisers and farmers.
Cool-Season Grasses: Lawn Maintenance Calendar
Revised
Learn how to maintain a beautiful lawn of cool-season grass with monthly steps and info on fertilizing, mowing, watering, aerating, controlling thatch and more.
Common Diseases in the Home Garden
Reviewed
Parasitic diseases and nonparasitic disorders can cause serious vegetable losses in home gardens.
Cash Rental Rates in Missouri
Revised
Updated with 2024 survey data, this guide provides average cash rental rates for Missouri cropland and pastureland, aiding informed lease decisions.
Building and Using Hotbeds and Cold Frames
Revised
A coldframe is a protected plant bed & a hot bed is basically a heated coldframe. Visit our site to learn about Building and Using Hotbeds and Cold Frames.
Growing Asparagus in Missouri
Reviewed
Growing asparagus in Missouri requires selecting a well-drained site, choosing suitable varieties, and proper planting techniques.
Growing Home Garden Tomatoes
Revised
Tomatoes are a popular home garden crop. They require little area, bear repeatedly, are easy to grow and have many culinary uses. Learn about various varieties and get tips for growing tomatoes in this guide.
Growing Herbs at Home
Reviewed
Lawn and Garden Soil Test Interpretations and Fertilizer Recommendation Guide
Reviewed
Eliminate the guesswork of providing nutrients for plant growth and avoid potentially environmentally harmful fertilizer applications by having your home lawn and garden soil tested. Learn the methods used by the MU Soil and Plant Testing in this guide.
Frequently Asked Vegetable Questions
Reviewed
Are you wondering why your carrot seeds won’t germinate or when to harvest your zucchini? Find answers to these and many more vegetable questions in this guide.
Preventing and Managing Plant Diseases
Revised $10
Learn how to establish and maintain healthy plants and how to identify and solve disease problems that occur.
Exhibiting and Judging Garden Vegetables
Reviewed
Learn how to set up a vegetable exhibit, the factors vegetables are judged on, and conditions that could result in disqualification.
Vegetable Planting Calendar
Reviewed
Plant a vegetable garden to save on your family food bill and promote good dietary habits. The tables in this guide help Missourians plan what to plant, when to plant and how much of each vegetable to plant.
Raised-Bed Gardening
Revised
Raised-bed gardening enhances soil drainage and root health, offers customizable design options and extends the growing season for better yields.
Selecting Landscape Plants: Broad-leaved Evergreens
Reviewed
Tips on selecting broad-leaved evergreen plants for your landscape, from ideal soil conditions to winter care, enhancing year-round beauty and structure.
Missouri Master Gardener Core Manual
New $40
The Missouri Master Gardener program provides in-depth horticultural training to people throughout Missouri who then help others in their communities learn about gardening and environmental education.
Improving Lawn and Landscape Soils
Revised
Learn how to enhance lawn and landscape soils by improving structure, drainage, and fertility through soil testing and organic amendments.