MU Extension hosts free ag resources webinar April 9 and 16

WEST PLAINS, Mo. – Missouri farmers are invited to attend a free, two-part agricultural resources webinar at noon on April 9 and April 16.

University of Missouri Extension livestock specialist Elizabeth Picking and agronomy specialist Haley Schwantz will lead the sessions, which highlight assistance available through state and federal partners.

Some of the cost-share opportunities participants can learn about include lime, fertilizer, seeding, fencing, watering systems for livestock and stream bank stabilization.

Session 1: Noon–1 p.m. Thursday, April 9

• Elizabeth Picking and Haley Schwantz, MU Extension.
• Mark McClain, private lands conservationist, Missouri Department of Conservation.
• Aaron Sandlin, county executive director, USDA Farm Service Agency.

Session 2: Noon–1 p.m. Thursday, April 16

• Melisa Myers and Laramie Johnson, district specialists, Ozark County Soil and Water Conservation District.
• Tammy Bennett, resource conservationist, Natural Resources Conservation Service.

The sessions are free, but registration is required. Details and registration.

A confirmation email with the Zoom link will be sent to all registrants. Participants are encouraged to install Zoom ahead of time. For assistance, contact your local MU Extension center.