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Planning for next year

Cold months are a great time to plan for spring and summer gardening. From building high tunnels to Master Gardener, these publications will jump start your efforts.

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Tree pests

Whether you have a single tree or acres of woodlands, this site is for you.

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Funding for GAP certification

For a limited time, MU Extension has USDA GAPs cost share funding available for Missouri produce growers, which will pay for up to half the cost of USDA GAP certification.

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Forage Crop Irrigation Systems and Economics

Publication date: Oct. 1, 2020

Irrigation presents an opportunity for Missouri forage producers to mitigate production risk from drought. This guide explores three areas to consider before choosing a forage irrigation system: expected forage response, equipment options, and the ...

Using NRCS Technical and Financial Assistance for Agroforestry and Woody Crop Establishment Through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP)

Publication date: Oct. 1, 2020

The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is an agency of the U.S. Department of Agriculture that is responsible for assisting landowners to improve our soil, water, air, plants, wildlife and energy use. Ensuring productive lands in harmony ...

Biology and Management of Japanese Beetle

Publication date: July 1, 2020

Japanese beetle were accidentally introduced from Asia to the eastern United States in 1916. Since then, they have established populations in 28 states with detections in an additional 13, becoming a primary insect pest species in many agricultural ...

Calculating the Value of Manure as a Fertilizer Source

Publication date: April 1, 2020

Manure has value on a field only if it offsets the need to purchase other nutrients or soil amendments. The worksheet on page 2 allows users to calculate the fertilizer value of the manure for a specific field. Assemble the information specified in ...

Guidelines for Producing Rice Using Furrow Irrigation

Publication date: Jan. 10, 2020

Missouri rice farmers started furrow-irrigated production beginning around 1990. For many years, the amount of land in “row rice” was small. But interest in the cropping system has increased in recent years. About 30% of the rice is currently ...

Missouri Industrial Hemp Production

Publication date: Dec. 1, 2019

This report is a producer’s guide to regulation, agronomics, and economics and risks in producing industrial hemp in Missouri. It begins with an overview of the hemp industry in Missouri. Then it delves into laws and regulations; agronomic ...

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Soil and Plant Testing Laboratory

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

Forages

Information and resources aimed at improving the economic and environmental status of Missouri’s forage and grassland agriculture.

Pesticide Applicator Training

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

Corn and Sorghum

Resources for Missouri's corn and sorghum farming industries.

Cotton Extension

Research-based information to support Missouri cotton production.

Field Crop Pathology

The MU Field Crops Plant Pathology program provides research-based information for disease problems associated with field crop production in Missouri.

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