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It's time to remove fescue seed heads to reduce toxins

Published: Tuesday, May 16, 2023

COLUMBIA, Mo. – Missouri forage producers should begin removing seed heads from tall fescue grass pastures soon to reduce toxic endophytes that thwart herd health and profits, says University of Missouri Extension state forage specialist Craig ...

Time to scout for ergot

Published: Tuesday, May 9, 2023

COLUMBIA, Mo. – University of Missouri Extension state forage specialist Craig Roberts says now is the time to check for ergot in the seed heads of grasses.Ergot can cause severe illness in livestock, especially cattle and horses. One early sign is ...

Look at fescue seed labels for best results

Published: Wednesday, April 19, 2023

COLUMBIA, Mo. – George Washington knew the value of a good seed: “Bad seed is a robbery of the worst kind,” the founding father wrote, “for your pocket-book not only suffers by it, but your preparations are lost and a season passes away ...

MU agronomist gives post-drought pasture renovation tips

Published: Tuesday, March 21, 2023

CLEVER, Mo. – While fall is the best time to consider pasture renovation, spring is the second-best time, so there is still time to help pastures get back in shape for the next season, says University of Missouri Extension agronomist Tim ...

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Dairy Grazing: Genetics of the Grazing Cow

Publication date: Feb. 9, 2023

This publication is one in a series about operating and managing a pasture-based dairy. Although these publications often refer to conditions in Missouri, many of the principles and concepts described may apply to operations throughout the United ...

Selecting a Site for Livestock and Poultry Operations

Publication date: Feb. 8, 2023

Reviewed by Teng Teeh LimDepartment of Agricultural EngineeringThe first factor to consider in selecting a site for an animal feeding operation is state and local permitting requirements and ordinances. Consult local health and regulatory ...

A Guide to the Common Forages and Weeds of Pastures

Publication date: Jan. 27, 2023

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Greg J. Bishop-HurleyPostdoctoral research associate, AgronomyRobert L. KallenbachState Forage SpecialistForages are the foundation of a successful grazing operation. Forage selection should take into account annual forage yield, plant persistence, ...

Dairy Grazing: Growth of Pasture Plants

Publication date: Jan. 27, 2023

Dairy (Confinement) Planning Budget

Publication date: Sept. 13, 2022

This budget presents information useful to Missouri dairy farmers. The production practices used to develop the cost estimates are common for confinement dairies in Missouri. Farmers are encouraged to customize this budget to fit their operation with ...

Dairy (Grazing) Planning Budget

Publication date: Sept. 16, 2022

This budget presents information useful to Missouri dairy farmers. The production practices used to develop the cost estimates are common for grazing dairies in Missouri. Farmers are encouraged to customize this budget to fit their operation with the ...

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ID Weeds app (App Store)

ID Weeds allows you to search for weeds by their common or Latin name, view a list of weeds, or identify weeds based on characteristics. It presents weed details and photos. By the MU Division of Plant Sciences, this is the iPhone and iPad version.

ID Weeds app (Google Play)

Ag Risk Budget Library

Thousands of materials on agricultural risk management, marketing, financial management, and more.

Agricultural Anaerobic Digesters

Biogas Production - University Resources - Agricultural Anaerobic Digesters: Design and Operation, Penn State

Agricultural Employer's Tax Guide (PDF)

Labor, Taxes, and Records - Employment Taxes - (Circular A), Agricultural Employer's Tax Guide For use in 2019, Publication 51

Agricultural Labor Laws (USDA)

Labor, Taxes, and Records - Labor Laws - Office of the chief economist

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