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Stretch your winter feed supply by renting acres for stockpiled fescue
MOUNT VERNON, Mo. – A well-stocked hay inventory is one of the best forms of insurance a livestock producer can have, says Caleb O’Neal, University of Missouri Extension field specialist in plant science. By renting additional acres dedicated to stockpiling forage, producers can improve their chances of maintaining a dependable supply of high-quality feed at a predictable cost throughout the year, O’Neal says.
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Why rotational grazing isn’t working
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Rotational grazing is often promoted as a cure-all for pasture health, soil conservation and ranch profitability.
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Learn to sell at farmers markets in March
MU Extension professionals and representatives from the Missouri Department of Agriculture will teach a five-part online series on “Selling at the Farmers Market” March 9-13 from noon to 1 p.m.
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Feb. 27 program looks at history of Ozarks soil
WEST PLAINS, Mo. – A University of Missouri Extension program will help Missourians improve forage yield and sustainability by understanding soil in the Ozarks. The event is 5:30-6:45 p.m. Friday, Feb. 27, at the MU Extension Center in Howell County, 1376 Bill Virdon Blvd., West Plains.
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MU, LU Extension offer free vegetable gardening courses
GREENFIELD, Mo.– University of Missouri Extension and Lincoln University, in partnership with the Greenfield City Garden, will offer two series of free spring gardening classes.
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Brewing change one cup at a time
In his seventh grade history class, Noah Temple learned how children in other countries often lack access to quality education, a privilege he enjoyed every day. That led him to launch Junior Java, a business that blends entrepreneurship and purpose.
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How Missouri farmers are strengthening land and livelihoods
Missouri farmers are using regenerative agriculture practices such as cover crops, improved grazing and smarter nutrient management to protect soil and water while staying profitable, with support from MU Extension and the Center for Regenerative Agriculture.
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Orchids: A cure for winter doldrums
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Winter’s cold, dreary days have many daydreaming about jetting away to basking in a tropical paradise. “Such a getaway is not possible for most, but orchids can transport you to an exotic place without ever leaving home,” said University of Missouri Extension horticulturist David Trinklein.
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Three ways to be more profitable making hay
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Haymaking is a game of threes, says University of Missouri Extension state forage specialist Carson Roberts. To be profitable, producers must manage three key factors: equipment expenses, quality and yield.
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Maryville to host 2026 Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities Conference
MARYVILLE, Mo. – University of Missouri Extension will host its 2026 Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities (CEC) Conference in Maryville, Sept. 15-17.
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Antlers, Anglers and Ag event brings together farmers and outdoorsmen
NOVELTY, Mo. – University of Missouri Extension and partners will hold the first Antlers, Anglers and Ag: Elevating Today’s Outdoorsmen for Tomorrow’s Harvest event Saturday, March 28, at the MU Lee Greenley Jr. Memorial Research Farm in Novelty.
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State Line Crop Conference offers speakers from MU, K-State
The annual State Line Crop Conference offers updates from University of Missouri Extension and Kansas State Extension researchers. The free event is 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 19, at First Baptist Church Family Life Outreach Center, 1301 E. Sixth St., Lamar, said MU Extension field agronomist Micah Doubledee.
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Ag Production Conference set for Feb. 12 in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – The 101st Greene County Ag Production Conference on Feb. 12 focuses on beef, drones and hay. The event is 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Springfield Livestock Marketing Center, 6821 W. Independence Drive.
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Applications for Missouri Century Farms open Feb. 1
COLUMBIA, Mo. – If your farm has been in your family since Dec. 31, 1926, you can apply to have it recognized as a Missouri Century Farm. The University of Missouri College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, MU Extension Ag and Environment team and Missouri Farm Bureau sponsor the program. Applications to be recognized as a 2026 Missouri Century Farm open Feb. 1. Deadline is May 1.
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Livestock and forage event is March 3 in Ozark
OZARK, Mo. – University of Missouri Extension offers the annual Christian County Livestock and Forage Conference 6-8:45 p.m. Tuesday, March 3, in Ozark. The free event will be held at the Agriculture Building at Ozarks Technical Community College’s Richmond Valley campus. MU Extension agronomist Tim Schnakenberg said MU Extension specialists will offer updates to help producers grow better forages for healthier herds and bigger profits.
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Learn how to replace invasive species with natives at free workshop in Salem
SALEM, Mo. – University of Missouri Extension, Scenic Rivers Invasive Species Partnership and the Missouri Prairie Foundation will hold a workshop 1-3 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 26, in Salem to help homeowners replace invasive species with native plants and trees in yards and garden.
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Watch for stink bugs in crops in 2026
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Something’s been stinking in Missouri soybean, corn and cotton crops since the 1990s. University of Missouri Extension state field crops and forage entomologist Ivair Valmorbida says stink bugs feed on a variety of plant species, including corn and soybeans.
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Turning grit into growth: Carey Portell headlines Pearls of Production keynote
Pearls of Production kicks off its celebration of the International Year of the Woman Farmer with a Feb. 22 keynote webinar featuring Carey Portell.
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A bull breeding soundness exam pays
Patrick Davis, University of Missouri Extension livestock field specialist, suggests a bull breeding soundness exam (BSE) prior to each breeding season to make sure a bull is physically and reproductively sound to breed females. He suggests that with cattle prices as they are, not doing a BSE is an expensive mistake.
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Missouri weather in 2025: From bitter cold to flash drought
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Missouri farmers faced another challenging weather year in 2025, says University of Missouri Extension state climatologist Zachary Leasor. It was a year of extremes, with bitter cold temperatures, record-breaking rainfalls and flash drought during critical parts of the growing season, says Leasor.
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MU Extension livestock and forage event set for Feb. 19 in Forsyth
University of Missouri Extension will host the 2026 Taney County Livestock and Forage Conference 5:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 19, at Forsyth High School, 178 Panther Road, Forsyth. The free conference is designed to provide livestock producers with timely, practical information on herd management, forage systems and market conditions as they plan for the year ahead.
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SW MO Beef Cattle Conference set for Feb. 27 in Springfield
MU Extension is partnering with Missouri State University to provide the SW MO Beef Cattle Conference, which will educate cattle producers on a variety of current topics in the cattle industry. The conference is MSU's Darr Agricultural Center in Springfield.
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Learn about growing tick disease in cattle at Stone County livestock & forage event
CRANE, Mo. – University of Missouri Extension state veterinarian Craig Payne will talk about a growing tick disease in cattle at the 95th Stone County Livestock and Forage Conference 6-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5, at the First Baptist Church in Crane.
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Simple, inexpensive whistle can make a lifesaving difference
COLUMBIA, Mo. – It’s small, inexpensive, doesn’t require batteries or charging, and it could save your life. “In an emergency, a whistle can help rescuers locate you when you can’t call for help,” says Conne Burnham, University of Missouri Extension state emergency management specialist. “It’s a small item that can make a big difference.”
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MU Extension gains joint accreditation for health care education
COLUMBIA, Mo. – University of Missouri Extension’s Continuing Education for Health Professions (CEHP) unit, which is part of the MU Office of Health Outreach, Policy & Education, has earned Joint Accreditation for Interprofessional Continuing Education.