The following publications might be of particular interest to people in Randolph County. For a complete list of MU Extension publications, visit the main Publications page.
How to Dehydrate Foods
Revised
Learn how to dehydrate fruits and vegetables safely with tips on preparation, pretreatment, and storage for longer-lasting, quality results.
Safe Home Canning Basics
Revised
Learn safe home canning techniques to preserve fruits, vegetables, meats, and more. Follow research-based methods to ensure food safety and quality.
How to Can Fresh Fruit
Reviewed
Did you know there's more than one way to can fresh fruit? Learn the options and what they mean for your final color and taste.
How to Can Sweet Spreads
Revised
Learn to safely prepare and preserve homemade jellies, jams, and fruit butters using tested canning techniques and proper ingredient ratios.
How to Freeze Vegetables
Reviewed
From blanching, cooling and freezing to thawing and using, learn how to safely freeze vegetables — asparagus, beans, broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, celery, corn, herbs, onions, peas, peppers, potatoes, tomatoes and more — in this MU Extension guide.
How to Can Meat, Fish and Poultry
Revised
Learn safe, research-based methods for canning meat, fish, and poultry using pressure canning to prevent foodborne illnesses.
Tree Pests: Emerald Ash Borer
New
Emerald ash borer is an invasive, wood-boring insect that infests and kills ash trees. Learn the signs, symptoms and management and how to slow the spread.
How to Use Dehydrated Foods
Reviewed
Learn how to rehydrate and cook dehydrated fruits and vegetables for use in soups, casseroles, and baked goods.
Right Species, Right Place: Considerations Before You Order Tree Seedlings in Missouri
Revised
Discover how to select and plant tree species suited to Missouri's diverse regions, ensuring successful growth and sustainability.
Fruit Production
Reviewed $10
Learn to grow strawberries, apples, grapes, and more in Missouri. Get expert tips on planting, pollination, and maximizing fruit yield.
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.
Turfgrass Insects
Revised
Learn to manage turfgrass insect pests through integrated pest management, combining cultural practices with minimal pesticide use.
Roses: Care After Planting
Revised
Planting roses? Learn how to mulch, water, prune, and care for your roses. Includes a pest guide.
Fruit Spray Schedules for the Homeowner
Revised
This guide provides seasonal spray schedules for common fruits, helping homeowners manage pests and diseases for healthier harvests.
From Seed to Harvest and Beyond: Garden Journal and Calendar
New $30
Our Missouri garden journal is also a how-to guide and information resource. It provides a place to organize gardening info, plans and notes. Gift it to the gardeners in your life. If you are a Master Gardener, treat yourself.
Insect and Mite Pests of Apples
New
Editor's note
The following abstract describes a publication that is available only as a downloadable PDF.
Reducing Pond Seepage
Revised
Maintaining Small Dams
Reviewed
Learn how to inspect, maintain, and repair small agricultural dams to prevent erosion, control vegetation, and ensure structural integrity.
Randolph County Courthouse
New
The publication provides a historical account of the Randolph County Courthouse, detailing its construction, renovations, and eventual destruction by fire.