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Holiday food safety tips
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – If you’re hosting a holiday meal, make food safety a priority or you might end up with ungrateful guests. “Hosting a holiday meal often means having more people at the table, serving a wider variety of dishes and perhaps tackling some unfamiliar recipes. If you’re not careful, all those ingredients can add up to foodborne illness,” says Londa Nwadike, food safety specialist for University of Missouri Extension and…
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Keep safety in mind when donating food
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Donating to food pantries, food banks and soup kitchens this time of year is a way to reduce food waste and aid families in need. But be mindful of what you donate and who will eventually receive the donated items.
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Cook and freeze now to avoid holiday stress
INDEPENDENCE, Mo. – One way to reduce holiday stress is to prepare some of the food ahead of time and freeze it. From casseroles to cookies, you can have a large portion of your holiday food ready before the actual day arrives.
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One pixel at a time, MoRAP looks at urban tree needs
Researchers map urban tree needs to guide planting and improve health, shade, and community in St. Louis neighborhoods.
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Missouri farmers invited to apply for agroforestry incentive funds
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Eligible producers are invited to apply to the the Expanding Agroforestry Incentive Payment Program. Over five years, the program will pay producers $36 million to transform 30,000 acres spanning 30 states into agroforestry systems.
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Engineering firm volunteers at KC urban garden maintained by MU Extension Master Gardeners
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Food and hope for the hungry are growing in the heart of downtown Kansas City. Since 2016, professionals from Dialectic Engineering have grown fruit and vegetables on a once-vacant city block. Produce goes to After the Harvest for use at a nearby community kitchen run by Nourish KC, a group that fights food insecurity.
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Legacy gift for Osher@Mizzou
COLUMBIA, Mo. – The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Missouri (Osher@Mizzou) has received its first legacy gift thanks to Sharon Kinden, who has included the organization in her estate plan.
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Tips for busting holiday budget blues
COLUMBIA, Mo. – The holiday season is a good time to talk about family budgets and plan for next year, says Andrew Zumwalt, chair of the University of Missouri’s Personal Financial Planning program. Zumwalt says family gatherings are also an opportunity to talk with extended family members about budgets for holiday gift-giving. Discussion about dollar amounts for gifts can prevent financial stress and misunderstandings, he says.
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Turkey tips: Buying and thawing
INDEPENDENCE, Mo. – Don’t get stuck with a turkey that’s too small for the feast or one that’s still frozen solid on Thanksgiving morning. Buying the right size turkey and planning for defrost time can prevent Thanksgiving Day disasters. “If you want to have leftovers after Thanksgiving, make sure you buy 1 pound of whole turkey per person,” said Tammy Roberts, nutrition specialist for University of Missouri Extension.
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Missouri 4-H youths fall into fashion
Missouri 4-H youths showcase fashion skills at the state revue, with top winners heading to the national FCS championship.
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State 4-H public speaking contest allows youths to shine
Youths statewide gathered to compete in Missouri’s annual 4-H public speaking contest, showcasing communication skills and earning awards.
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Safe travels for holiday food gifts
Get practical tips to safely pack, ship, and deliver holiday food gifts — so your treats arrive fresh, cold, and delicious.
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Unlocking the mystery of Missouri farmland values
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Buyers paid more for Missouri farmland in 2023, according to the annual Missouri Farmland Values Opinion Survey from University of Missouri Extension.
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Veteran and urban groups team up to grow produce and peace of mind
Veterans and urban farmers collaborate in St. Louis to grow fresh produce, build community, and support mental well-being through agriculture.
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New support for farm and food businesses in local, regional markets
Helping farm and food entrepreneurs access funding, training, and regional market connections to build stronger local food systems.
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Heroes to Hives to expand in 2024
Heroes to Hives offers veterans free beekeeping training and community support, expanding to a new St. Louis site in 2024.
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MU Extension ag enterprise budgets updated for producers
COLUMBIA, Mo. – University of Missouri Extension crop and livestock enterprise budgets for Missouri producers have been updated.
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“Missouri’s Most Engaged Neighbors” Announced as Part of Missouri Good Neighbor Week Awards
Celebrate 12 Missourians honored for exceptional neighborly engagement during Missouri Good Neighbor Week through statewide awards and community recognition.
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Best Acts of Neighboring Announced from Missouri Good Neighbor Week 2023
Missourians shared nearly 20,000 acts of kindness during Good Neighbor Week, celebrating community and connection statewide.
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Partnership helps southern Missouri landowner stave off feral hogs
Southern Missouri landowners reduce feral hog damage through a multi-agency elimination partnership.
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Barry County named MU Extension County Council of Year
Barry County's community garden project has improved local food access and education through collaborative efforts and sustainable practices.
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Missouri Community LAB: A hub for creating strong, whole communities
ST. LOUIS, Mo. – Missouri is stronger when its communities are vibrant and healthy, but people can struggle to find information and programs designed to help build those vibrant communities, says Claire Rippel, University of Missouri Extension community development education director.
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Elderberry business grows with help from MU Extension’s Mid-America Trade Adjustment Assistance Center
Elderberry farms expand production and reach new markets with support from a trade assistance program helping small businesses grow.
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Veterans find peace, skills and income with Heroes to Hives
Veterans find healing and purpose through beekeeping, gaining skills, camaraderie, and income with the Heroes to Hives program.
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Preparing sheep and goats for fall breeding
Learn management tips for breeding readiness in sheep and goats including nutrition, body condition, and reproductive exams.