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Numbers low but prices high at SW Missouri All Breeds Performance Tested Bull Sale
“The numbers were low, but the prices were high at the Southwest Missouri All Breeds Performance Tested Bull Sale on Oct. 27 in Springfield,” says Patrick Davis, MU Extension livestock field specialist. Twenty-one bulls sold for an average of $7,128 per bull.
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Theileria losses may qualify for USDA Livestock Indemnity Program
Beef producers who have lost cattle to Theileria orientalis may qualify for financial assistance through USDA’s Livestock Indemnity Program, says Craig Payne, MU Extension director of veterinary medicine. The program provides payments to livestock owners when deaths exceed normal mortality due to weather, predator attacks or eligible diseases.
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Full crowd for strong Show-Me-Select replacement heifer sale
STOCKTON, Mo. – “A full house saw a strong Show-Me-Select Replacement Heifer Program sale on Nov. 21 at Joplin Regional Stockyards,” says Patrick Davis, University of Missouri Extension livestock field specialist. The sale saw 246 heifers sold from 13 consignors for an average price of $4,177 per heifer.
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Beating the winter blues
Feeling low as the days grow shorter? MU Extension human development specialist Maria Calvert shares practical tips to boost your mood and navigate holiday grief.
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4-H youth officers strengthen leadership and life skills at county training
More than 50 4-H youth club officers from Caldwell Lafayette and Ray counties dove into a lively leadership workshop that blended learning with plenty of fun on Nov. 16.
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New MU program promotes healthy woodlands
The Missouri Woodland Mentor program invites landowners to share their knowledge with other property owners who are exploring forest management practices for the first time.
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Cattle AI school equips producers with breeding skills
Producers sharpen cattle-breeding skills in a hands-on artificial insemination school, learning anatomy, semen handling, synchronization and herd-building strategies.
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New forage budgets help Missouri farmers plan for 2026
Updated 2026 forage-budget tools help Missouri producers estimate costs, yields and break-even prices for alfalfa, corn silage and native warm-season grasses.
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Thank a pollinator for your Thanksgiving dinner
When giving thanks this Thanksgiving, give a special nod to pollinators that make much of your feast possible, says University of Missouri Extension field horticulturist Tamra Reall.
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Guide clarifies farmers market sales tax exemption for holiday vendors
A new resource clarifies how Missouri’s farmers-market sales tax exemption applies to holiday vendors, outlining when sales must be taxed or qualify for exemption.
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Leave the leaves
Put fallen leaves to work: leaving them in place provides insulation, boosts soil health, and creates winter havens for pollinators.
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MU Extension uses NASA data to identify highway hot spots
Using NASA satellite data to map land surface temperatures in the St. Louis area, researchers highlight highway zones where green infrastructure can cool extreme heat.
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Missouri 4-H'ers take top awards at American Royal Livestock Contest
Missouri 4-H youth from Clinton County earned top individual honors and placed among the top teams at a national livestock judging contest.
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Missouri youths compete at National 4-H Meats Judging Contest
Four Missouri 4-H members competed at the National 4-H Meats Judging Contest on Oct. 21 in Kansas City, Mo.
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Youths compete at Eastern National 4-H Horse Roundup
Missouri 4-H youth competed in the Eastern National 4-H Horse Roundup, earning top placements and showcasing equestrian excellence.
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MU Extension offers no-cost technical assistance for Missouri nonprofits
University of Missouri Extension now offers nonprofit technical assistance (NPTA) to help Missourians build stronger organizations to serve their communities. This statewide initiative provides a range of educational services and resources to support the full life cycle of Missouri’s nonprofits.
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MU looks at weather impact on farmer mental health
University of Missouri researchers are looking at how weather extremes affect the mental health of Midwestern farmers. They are recruiting 40 farmers from the Midwest to understand how weather and environmental concerns affect farmers’ health, stress, sleep and well-being.
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Holiday food safety tips
Amid all the excitement of the holidays, food safety can often be overlooked, turning a joyful gathering into an unpleasant experience. But by following a few key food safety practices, you can keep holiday meals both delicious and safe for everyone at the table.
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Help for the holidays from MU Extension
Get expert tips for a stress-free holiday feast—from thawing and roasting turkey to budget-friendly side dishes and centerpieces.
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Prevent mice and rats from coming inside
Temperatures are dropping, and that tiny mouse in the house looms large as pests make their way inside. University of Missouri Extension state wildlife and fisheries specialist Robert Pierce says it is time to prepare for the unwelcome houseguests.
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'Hands, for larger service'
A dedicated leader praises 4-H’s “hands for larger service” spirit, highlighting youth volunteerism through food drives, tree planting, and community building.
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MU Fire and Rescue Training Institute celebrates excellence
University of Missouri Extension’s Fire and Rescue Training Institute recently hosted the 22nd Annual Missouri Emergency Services Instructor Conference at the Lake of the Ozarks.
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Safe food relies on Good Manufacturing Practices
Safe food depends on Good Manufacturing Practices, ensuring hygiene, proper handling, and risk reduction in food production.
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John Wolfe, 101 Mobility of St. Louis
John Wolfe, a U.S. Army veteran, founded 101 Mobility in St. Louis with SBDC support to help others live independently with dignity and care.
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Cattle disease that causes anemia spreading in Missouri
University of Missouri Director of Veterinary Extension Craig Payne urges cattle producers to watch for signs of disease associated with Theileria orientalis (ikeda), a protozoal organism recently detected in Missouri.