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MU vet recommends CVI for safe showing of animals
Obtain a CVI to ensure animals are healthy and safe for shows, preventing disease and meeting veterinary requirements.
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Review biosecurity basics to keep your herd safe
Summer is a good time to review how to prevent disease from coming onto your farm, says University of Missouri Extension dairy specialist Chloe Collins.
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July 25 is Turnip Day in Missouri
Learn about Missouri's Turnip Day tradition, its historical roots, and tips for planting turnips in late July for a fall harvest.
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10 reasons you should quit making hay
High equipment costs, time constraints, and soil degradation make hay production less profitable. Explore alternatives like grazing and stockpiling forage.
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Cattle and forage management for grazing success
Implement strategies to improve cattle and forage management for year-round grazing success.
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Free MU tool can help plan for flooding, other risks
Free online tool helps landowners plan for flooding and other risks to protect property and resources.
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Beat the back-to-school stress
Prepare your child for school with routines, checklists, and stress-reducing strategies. Build excitement and confidence for the new school year.
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Daisies bring sunshine and blooms year after year
Daisies brighten gardens and roadsides from summer to fall. These easy-to-grow perennials offer cheerful blooms year after year.
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MU Extension, UMSL launch fellowship to create communities of leaders in St. Louis
A new fellowship program in St. Louis empowers leaders to co-create community-driven solutions, focusing on economic mobility and disaster recovery.
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Time to head out and sow some Chinese cabbage
Sow Chinese cabbage in well-drained soil, keep it moist and shaded, transplant in summer, and harvest firm heads in fall.
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Prepare cattle for second heat wave
Learn strategies to protect cattle from heat stress, including providing shade, fresh water, and proper ventilation to maintain animal health.
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Scout crops now for corn leafhopper
Missouri growers urged to scout corn for invasive corn leafhopper, a tiny yellow pest that spreads corn stunt disease, causing deformed grain and yield loss.
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Update on MU Extension SNAP-Ed programming
SNAP-Ed ends Oct 1, 2025; MU Extension shifts focus to new health education initiatives statewide.
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Spotted lanternfly knocking at Missouri's door
Spotted lanternfly may arrive in Missouri this summer, threatening grapes and vineyards—early detection and control are vital to protect industry.
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Food safety tips for picnics
Keep your picnic safe with tips on proper food storage, handling, and avoiding contamination outdoors.
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Making hay to reduce ergot infestation
Learn how to manage ergot infestations in pastures to protect livestock health. Tips on mowing, haymaking, and recognizing symptoms of ergot poisoning.
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Asian needle ant could reach Missouri in 2025
Asian needle ants, an invasive species, may reach Missouri in 2025. Stay alert to protect local environments and health.
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Make sure foot rot doesn't affect your bottom line
Foot rot in cattle can lead to lameness and decreased profitability. Prevention includes proper hoof care and adequate trace minerals.
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Use simple math to find your hay cost
Use basic math and a forage-budget worksheet to calculate baleage production costs—seed, fuel, labor, equipment—and compare making feed versus buying.
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Use caution when hiring tree care professionals
Learn key tips for safely hiring tree care professionals to protect your property and avoid costly mistakes.
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The great okra divide
Discover how to grow okra: from planting tips to harvesting young, tender pods rich in nutrients.
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Results from spring SW Mo. Bull Breeding Soundness Exam Days
“Calf production is perhaps the most important metric that supports the existence of the cattle industry, making bull health and productivity incredibly important” says Ian McGregor, University of Missouri Extension livestock field specialist.
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Mountain Grove couple named Missouri Tree Farmers of the Year
Max and Lois Schmollinger revived a neglected Ozark woodland and have been honored as Missouri’s Tree Farmers of the Year.
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2025 Missouri 4-H State Livestock Judging Contest
University of Missouri Extension hosted the 2025 State 4-H Livestock Judging Contest on June 6 at the Trowbridge Livestock Center in Columbia. The event drew 87 youths from across the state to demonstrate their skills in evaluating livestock.
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When your garden becomes a drive-thru for wildlife
Most gardeners know the frustration of having a beautiful garden decimated by wildlife. Just like people, deer and other critters are drawn to food that is tasty and convenient. A garden is wildlife’s equivalent of a fast food drive-thru.