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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.

Know your pests
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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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Extension Master Gardener Intern Orientation - MGGKC Chapter

June 21, 2021

| 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm

You've finished your Extension Master Gardener (EMG) training - congratulations! Now what? Come find out how to get involved as an EMG in Kansas City, including learning about our projects, how to volunteer, how to log your hours, and meet your ...

Native Warm Season Grass Workshop

June 25, 2021

| 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

Davisville, MO

This is an interactive workshop that has hands on components for the participants. If you are thinking about incorporating warm season grass into your operation and want to see it in action, plan on attending.Starting off the morning with economics ...

Pollinator Festival - Celebrate Pollinators

June 26, 2021

| 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Independence, MO

Pollination Festival Celebrate Pollinators at St. Paul's Community Garden at the Northeast corner of 36th Street and S. Sterling Ave. on Saturday, June 26, 10am to 12noon. Learn more about pollinators and their important role in the environment and ...

Private Pesticide Application Training - Online - Hosted by Anthony Ohmes

June 28, 2021

| 8:30 am - 10:30 am

The private pesticide applicator license issued by the Missouri Dept of Agriculture is required for producers wanting to purchase and apply restricted use pesticides. Agricultural producers needing to obtain or renew certification of this license ...

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Publications

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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 ...

The Cut Flower 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 plant and harvest easy-to-grow flowers and how to arrange ...

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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

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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