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Answers to questions about structures, ventilation, soil, water, waste, energy, machinery and safety.

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Agriculture impacts all Missourians. Find out how we’re strengthening the industry.

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The singular goal of Agriculture and Environment Extension is to double the value of Missouri agriculture by 2030 while sustaining the state’s natural resources.

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Whether you own or manage an operation, find upcoming events to help you succeed in agriculture business and environmental stewardship.

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Interested in growing your agriculture business? We are too. Explore this content to discover the ways MU Extension can help you take part in our goal of doubling agriculture by 2030 while sustaining natural resources — #2xAg2030.

During this unprecedented time, MU Extension creates resources to keep you safe, while strengthening Missouri's agricultural economy. Refer to the resources on this page to navigate on-farm safety, food safety and disaster recovery.

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Livestock Gross Margin (LGM) Insurance in Missouri

Publication date: June 1, 2021

<style type="text/css" xml="space">table { margin-bottom: 30px;}</style><h5>Joe Horner<br />State Specialist, Agricultural Business and Policy Extension</h5><h5>Ray Massey<br />Professor, Agricultural ...

Taking Plant Cuttings

Publication date: May 1, 2021

This guide is one in a new series of youth gardening activities. See the related publications list for other guides in this series.Donna AufdenbergField Specialist in HorticultureYou can grow new plants from cuttings off existing ones. Learn how to ...

Winter Sowing Seeds

Publication date: May 1, 2021

This guide is one in a new series of youth gardening activities. See the related publications list for other guides in this series.Donna AufdenbergField Specialist in HorticultureWinter sowing is a method of starting seeds in late winter for spring ...

Making Seed Tapes

Publication date: May 1, 2021

This guide is one in a new series of youth gardening activities. See the related publications list for other guides in this series.Donna AufdenbergField Specialist in HorticultureMaking seed tapes is a great winter activity that makes for quick ...

Growing Sunflowers

Publication date: May 1, 2021

This guide is one in a new series of youth gardening activities. See the related publications list for other guides in this series.Donna AufdenbergField Specialist in HorticultureSunflowers are an easy, fast growing flower that can add much fun to ...

Designing a Butterfly Garden

Publication date: May 1, 2021

This guide is one in a new series of youth gardening activities. See the related publications list for other guides in this series.Donna AufdenbergField Specialist in HorticultureLearn how to make a butterfly garden, get some fun facts and tips about ...

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Resources

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Farm crisis operations planning tool (PDF)

Describes how each resource or supply may be affected during various states of emergency and specific factors to consider to help develop a crisis operations plan.

Is your farm ready for COVID-19? (PDF)

This flyer outlines how to prepare for business continuity and minimize the effects of quarantine if someone becomes ill. English and Spanish versions. ¿Está lista tu granja para el COVID-19? (En inglés y español.)

Directrices de Seguridad Contra COVID-19 para los Empleados Esenciales de la Industria Porcina (Video)

Esta presentación de PorkBridge enseña a la fuerza laboral de las granjas de cerdos lo que necesitan saber sobre el coronavirus y la seguridad de los trabajadores en esta era. Póngase en contacto con Tim Safranski para obtener más información.

Critical infrastructure exemption letter (PDF)

A letter for food and agriculture sector employees certifying that their work with critical infrastructure exempts them from pandemic restrictions on travel or work outside the home.

Grazing Wedge: Online Tool for Pasture Management

The grazing wedge online tool enables beef and dairy producers to make forage management decisions that align to their production goals. Users can set up an account, input farm and paddock data, and track other information they can use to improve ...

Private pesticide applicator remote training

Outlines two remote options for private pesticide applicator license certification or recertification.

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Featured programs

Soil and Plant Testing Laboratory

Analyzes soil, plant, water, manure, compost and greenhouse media.

Pesticide Applicator Training

Helping individuals who wish to become licensed commercial pesticide applicators reduce the harmful effects of improper pesticide use.

Turfgrass Science

Initiating investigations, conducting research and disseminating information related to turfgrass and ornamental horticulture

Agricultural Business and Policy Extension

Serves rural Missouri by helping farms, agribusinesses and communities understand their opportunities and challenges to make informed decisions

Annie's Project

Based on the life of Annette (Kohlhagen) Fleck, Annie’s Project empowers farm women to be better business partners through networks, managing and organizing critical information.

Aquaculture Extension

Resources to help you plan and manage for recreational fishing or commercial aquaculture.

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