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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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Private Pesticide Applicator Training - Online - Hosted by Sarah Kenyon

Jan. 20, 2022

| 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

The private pesticide applicator license issued by the Missouri Dept of Agriculture is required for producers wanting to purchase and apply restricted use pesticides. Application by unlicensed workers under the supervision of licensed applicators ...

Private Pesticide Applicator Training - Perry County

Jan. 20, 2022

| 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Perryville, MO

This course is full.The private pesticide applicator license issued by the Missouri Dept of Agriculture is required for producers wanting to purchase and apply restricted use pesticides. Application by unlicensed workers under the supervision of ...

Dade County Forage and Crops Conference

Jan. 20, 2022

| 4:00 pm - 7:30 pm

lockwood, MO

4:00-6:00pm Registration 4:30pm Dryland VS Irrigated: When to Fungicide - Rusty Lee, MUE Agronomist 5:20pm High Fertility Prices: What Are My Options  - John Lory, or Tim S MUE Fertility 6:00pm Dinner - Maggie Mae, Miller ...

Private Pesticide Applicator Training - Perry County - Evening

Jan. 20, 2022

| 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Perryville, MO

The private pesticide applicator license issued by the Missouri Dept of Agriculture is required for producers wanting to purchase and apply restricted use pesticides. Application by unlicensed workers under the supervision of licensed applicators ...

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Landowners’ Guide to Lease Hunting in Missouri

Publication date: Jan. 1, 2022

Figure 1. A hunting lease provides an opportunity for a landowner to supplement their farm income and enhance wildlife habitat.An increasing number of landowners in Missouri are interested in providing access for sportsmen and others to hunt, fish ...

Estrus Synchronization Recommendations for Artificial Insemination of Beef Heifers

Publication date: Dec. 1, 2021

1-Shot PG: This protocol is simple, consisting only of administration of PG. However, this protocol requires heat detection and will require performing AI over multiple days. Because it does not involve a CIDR, MGA, or GnRH, it has a lower overall ...

Updates to Missouri's Private Pesticide Applicator Manual

Publication date: Dec. 1, 2021

Safe and effective crop protection product handling and use involves following product labels as well as studying the newest applicator manuals to stay abreast of current laws and best application practices. To help guide Missouri applicators in safe ...

Estrus Synchronization Recommendations for Natural Service Bull Breeding

Publication date: Dec. 1, 2021

Introduction: While artificial insemination is an excellent choice for an increasing number of producers, it is not the only option after a synchronization program. A variety of simple synchronization protocols can be used effectively with natural ...

Sexed Semen for Artificial Insemination: Recommendations and AI Approaches

Publication date: Dec. 1, 2021

Sexed Semen: Sexed semen contains an enriched proportion of either X or Y chromosome-bearing sperm cells. The bovine X chromosome is larger than the Y-chromosome, resulting in X chromosome-bearing sperm cells containing approximately 3.8% more total ...

Estrus Synchronization Recommendations for Artificial Insemination of Beef Cows

Publication date: Dec. 1, 2021

Select Synch: This protocol requires heat detection and will require performing AI over multiple days. Note that heat detection needs to begin on the day prior to administration of PG. Because it does not involve a CIDR, this protocol has a lower ...

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Woodland Steward

Introduces landowners to basic forestry and wildlife management and shows them how to integrate both forms of management on their property.

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.

Beef Extension

Comprehensive resources for the Missouri beef industry

Corn and Sorghum

Resources for Missouri's corn and sorghum farming industries.

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