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Publications

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Custom Rates for Farm Services in Missouri

Publication date: May 1, 2020

The rates reported in this guide summarize a statewide survey conducted online and by solicitations of University of Missouri Extension specialists in the winter of 2019–2020. We asked farmers, agribusiness firms and land improvement contractors to ...

2018 Cash Rental Rates in Missouri

Publication date: Aug. 1, 2018

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) reports that 35 percent of Missouri farmland is rented. That means that about 9.8 million acres of Missouri agricultural land is rented. To help both landowners and farmers, the University of ...

Missouri Fencing and Boundary Laws

Publication date: Dec. 1, 2016

Fencing duties and boundary locations have been the subject of arguments between neighbors for centuries. This publication is intended to answer Missouri farmers' and rural landowners' questions regarding such duties and rights. The solution ...

Missouri’s Fencing and Boundary Laws: Frequently Asked Questions

Publication date: Sept. 1, 2016

Missouri has two fence laws: the general fence law (updated Aug. 28, 2001) and the local option fence law. In addition, Missouri law addresses special situations of property bordering a road, a railroad, or a body of water. Landowners need to be ...

Turfgrass Insects

Publication date: Nov. 1, 2014

Although insects are one of the most populous forms of animal life on earth, only a small number of them may, at some time, become a potential problem in turfgrass. Turfgrass insects can be somewhat cyclical and very dependent on a number of factors. ...

Roses: Care After Planting

Publication date: Oct. 1, 2014

Roses are among our most treasured garden plants (Figure 1). Throughout history their elegant, symbolic flowers have occupied a special place in the hearts and minds of people everywhere. However, proper care after planting is essential to develop ...

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Online courses

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CEU 24th Annual Midwest Regional Nursing Educators Conference

Nov. 13, 2020 - Jan. 12, 2021

online $159.00

24th Annual Midwest Regional Nursing Educators Conference The purpose of this one-day, virtual conference is to provide a forum for educators from both academic and practice-based settings to reflect on and discuss the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic ...

Becoming an Engaged Neighbor

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. ...

Missouri EMSC Child Abuse and Neglect Certification

Aug. 10, 2020 - Nov. 1, 2020

online $0.00

This self-directed course was developed for EMS professionals and emergency room staff to showcase the importance of their role in reporting suspected child abuse and neglect, and provide training on how to identify possible signs of abuse during ...

CEU 27th Annual Psychiatric-Mental Health Update

Nov. 6, 2020

online $119.00

Purpose This conference provides a virtual forum for mental health professionals to increase their evidence-based knowledge and competence in caring for people from across the life span with psychological challenges. This year, attendees will learn ...

CEU 5th Annual Perinatal Conference: Improving Outcomes for Mother and Baby

Oct. 27, 2020 - Dec. 24, 2020

online $119.00

Purpose The purpose of this On-Demand Conference is to update the knowledge and enhance the skills of maternal-infant healthcare providers related to the clinical management and care of high-risk pregnant women and their newborn babies.  ...

CEU Enhanced Leadership Development Academy for RNs and NHAs in Long-term Care

Nov. 1, 2020 - Oct. 31, 2021

online $1,000.00

Take this survey FIRST before you click the register button to determine your eligibility. This professional development course offers RNs and NHAs working in LTC an engaging on-line learning environment with an emphasis on practical application ...

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MU Extension in Putnam County
1601 Main St.
Courthouse, Room 4
Unionville, MO 63565

Phone:
660-947-2705

Fax:
660-947-3006

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8:30 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday

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Office is located in the southeast corner of the first floor.