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Native Grass Pasture Walk

Event date: June 28, 2021

Event time: | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

El Dorado Springs, MO

Discussion will involveLandowner will discuss his cattle grazing operationCooperating organizations will discuss development and cattle grazing management of native grasses Tour is free to the public but please register by the 6/25/21 by contacting ...

Establishing Consistency in Beef Heifer Development Programs

Event date: July 1, 2021 - Aug. 19, 2021

This program will be delivered as a webinar series with one hour of continuing education offered per week for eight consecutive weeks. The topics will provide veterinary practitioners with an introduction to the principles of heifer development and ...

Shelby County Youth Fair

Event date: July 5, 2021 - July 10, 2021

Shelbina, MO

Annual county youth fair for 4-H and FFA members to exhibit and demonstrate their skills and knowledge.For more information contact:Stephanie Femrite at 573-581-3231 or [email protected] Livestock Exhibitors are strongly encouraged to ...

Audrain County Youth Fair

Event date: July 15, 2021 - July 20, 2021

Mexico, MO

Annual opportunity for 4-H and FFA members to demonstrate and practice skills and knowledge.Pre-registration is due by Friday, June 11. Contact the Audrain County Extension office for more information (573-581-3231).2021 Audrain County Fair Book

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Early registration for the Midwest Boar Stud Managers Conference ends June 25

Published: Monday, June 21, 2021

COLUMBIA, Mo. – Early registration for the Midwest Boar Stud Managers Conference ends Friday, June 25.The Aug. 4-5 event at the Doubletree Hotel-Westport in St. Louis features a lineup of nationally and internationally recognized swine experts from ...

June Dairy Month proclamation

Published: Monday, June 21, 2021

MOUNT VERNON, Mo. – Surrounded by dairy farmers and industry leaders, Missouri Gov. Mike Parson on June 8 proclaimed June as Dairy Month.The proclamation recognizes the hard work and contributions of our dairy farmers statewide, said Reagan Bluel, ...

2021 Missouri 4-H State Poultry Day

Published: Monday, June 14, 2021

COLUMBIA, Mo. – Thirty youths from around the state participated in Missouri 4-H State Poultry Day, held June 12 at the University of Missouri Animal Science Research Center.State Poultry Day gave participants a full day of educational sessions, ...

Stocker cattle could add value to your operation without breaking the bank

Published: Monday, June 14, 2021

COLUMBIA, Mo. – Stocker cattle make up just 12 percent of the 4.25 million head currently part of the beef industry in Missouri. But these cattle could add as much as $78 million to Missouri’s economy, according to the Missouri Beef Value-Added ...

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Livestock Gross Margin (LGM) Insurance in Missouri

Publication date: June 1, 2021

Hair Shedding Scores: A Tool to Select Heat Tolerant Cattle

Publication date: April 1, 2021

Responsible beef breeding requires matching cattle genetics to production environment. This is necessary for at least three reasons: Profitability, animal well-being and improved environmental impact. Cattle that are well-suited to their environment ...

Weather-Related Sales of Livestock

Publication date: April 1, 2021

Weather variability is one of the largest sources of risk in agricultural production. Livestock producers forced to sell animals because of weather-related conditions (such as flood, drought or other conditions that cause a shortage of water or feed) ...

Herd Health Programs and Reproductive Efficiency of Beef Cattle

Publication date: March 1, 2021

An excellent herd health program is an important component of overall management for reproductive efficiency, as health can significantly impact the reproductive performance of cattle as well as the value of the calf crop. Failure to protect against ...

Crossbreeding Systems for Small Herds of Beef Cattle

Publication date: March 1, 2021

Figure 1. Crossbred cattle at the University of Missouri South Farm Beef Research and Teaching Unit.Crossbreeding in commercial beef cattle production improves efficiency through heterosis and breed complementation (Figure 1). Heterosis or hybrid ...

Estrus Synchronization Recommendations for Natural Service Bull Breeding

Publication date: March 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 ...

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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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