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Successful fish farming in Missouri
Learn how Missouri fish farmers succeed by finding niches, selling directly, and managing aquaculture efficiently.
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MU pesticide safety program vital to state's ag economy
Offers training and tools so pesticide applicators safeguard people, land, and Missouri’s agricultural economy.
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Don't trash the ashes
Free wood ashes boost calcium, phosphorus and potassium, helping raise garden soil pH safely—avoid ashes from cardboard, trash, coal or treated wood.
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Missouri faces a child care crisis
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Missouri is in a child care crisis. Like broadband, child care is at the heart of so much that affects a family’s livelihood and opportunities. Just as MU Extension has worked to improve statewide broadband access, we’re addressing Missouri’s child care crisis, too.
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New year, new job? Here's how to stand out with your search
Stand out in your job search by assessing transferable skills, addressing resume gaps, tailoring applications, and leveraging personal networks.
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With key caveats, it's a job hunter's market for years to come
COLUMBIA, Mo. – It’s still a job hunter’s market out there, but landing the right position may be harder than it looks in 2024, according to University of Missouri researchers. An aging population and slow-growing labor force give workers the advantage as they seek jobs. There are currently 10 job openings in Missouri for every six unemployed workers, said Alan Spell, assistant extension professor of community and regional economics…
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Tuesday Tip videos bring gardening tips alive
Get expert gardening tips in short, engaging videos covering topics like plant care, pest control, and seasonal advice for gardeners at every level
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Give Valentine's Day flowers some TLC for extended enjoyment
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Valentine’s Day flowers will last longer if kept watered and fed, said University of Missouri horticulturist David Trinklein. Trinklein’s tips and homemade preservative recipe provide an extended warranty of sorts to make certain flowers last up to twice their normal lifespan.
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Reducing hay waste when supplies are low
Learn effective strategies to reduce hay waste during times of low supplies, ensuring better livestock management and cost efficiency.
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What to do if you're short on hay this winter
Learn strategies to stretch hay, use supplements, and manage cattle efficiently during a winter hay shortage.
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Students discover STEM, ag careers at day camp hosted by Missouri 4-H and Bayer
Middle school students explore agriculture technologies, including drones and GPS, at a STEM-focused day camp in St. Louis.
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Billions of cicadas bring buzzy magic to Missouri in 2024
Billions of cicadas will emerge across Missouri in 2024, creating a rare, noisy spectacle that won’t happen again for over 200 years.
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African violets help chase away winter blues
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Just in time to brighten the dull, dreary days of winter, the National Garden Bureau has named African violet as its houseplant of the year for 2024. The choice is an excellent one, says University of Missouri Extension state horticulture specialist David Trinklein. African violets thrive in most interior settings, provide nearly continuous color and are inexpensive.
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Prune oak trees this winter to avoid oak wilt
Prune oak trees in winter to reduce oak wilt risk and protect healthy trees from infection and beetle spread.
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Research leads to potential increases in Missouri soybean yield
Research identifies strategies to boost Missouri soybean yields, including optimal planting dates and maturity group selection.
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What to feed when there's nothing to feed
Tips for feeding cattle during low hay supplies, including alternative feeds and strategies to reduce costs and maintain herd health.
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Be on guard for older soil-borne and look-alike soybean diseases
Farmers faced challenges during the 2023 drought as soybean diseases like sudden death syndrome, red crown rot, and charcoal rot exhibited similar symptoms.
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Adult high school becomes a Recovery Friendly Workplace
COLUMBIA, Mo. – The MERS Missouri Goodwill Industries Excel Center in Columbia is the first school in Missouri to become a Recovery Friendly Workplace. This designation recognizes employers that promote workplace cultures that reduce stigma and provide recovery resources to address the challenges surrounding substance use disorders.
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MU Show-Me-Select program had successful 2023
Show-Me-Select heifer program saw strong 2023 sales, high-quality heifers, and growing demand despite drought challenges.
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A flood of support
ST. PETERS, Mo. – From flood-ravaged fields to productive gardens, University of Missouri Extension Master Gardeners in St. Charles County show how volunteers help communities flourish.
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Protecting sheep in winter weather
OSCEOLA, Mo. – Sheep need extra protection in harsh winter weather. “The end goal for the producer is to ensure sheep and goats thrive through cold winter months,” said David Brown, University of Missouri Extension small-ruminant specialist. Brown has a new publication that outlines best practices for protecting sheep in cold weather. Read the free publication, “Preparing Sheep for Winter Months.”
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2023 was likely Earth's warmest year on record, Missouri's third
COLUMBIA, Mo. – September-November 2023 will go down on record as Earth’s warmest such period on record, a substantial leap – 0.70 F (0.39 C) – above the previous record from 2015, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The report uses historical climate data going back to 1850. NOAA says there is a 99% chance that 2023 will be the warmest year in 174 years of records.
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MU Extension helps young fisherman make a difference
A determined 13-year-old leads cleanup, invasive plant removal, park repairs, trash removal and safety improvements at an urban Kansas City lake.
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Leaving the leaves saves pollinators, other beneficial insects
Leaving fallen leaves provides habitat for pollinators and beneficial insects while enriching your garden naturally.
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10 tips to bulletproof your beef operation
Boost beef farm resilience with expert tips on grazing, hay storage, herd health, and financial strategies to thrive through cycles and drought.