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A Handwritten Note to a Neighbor Can Be a Game Changer
A handwritten note can have a powerful impact, offering a personal touch that builds connections and encourages others, especially in times of isolation.
Evaluate your calving distribution this spring
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Record calf birthdates this calving season to track calving distribution.“Evaluating a calving distribution takes very little time but can provide valuable insight into reproductive performance and productivity of the herd,” says University of Missouri Extension veterinarian Craig Payne.Calving distribution is often expressed as the percentage of calves born at 21-day intervals, since 21 days is the average length of…
Marking a 100-year legacy for three Missouri 4-H families
The Missouri 4-H Foundation honored three families with the 2020 Century Family Award, recognizing over a century of combined service.
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Missouri 4-H faculty share expertise in national journals
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Missouri 4-H faculty have recently shared their expertise and influence nationally about issues as diverse as programming for youths who are homeless and the decision-making process behind going to the State Fair in the midst of a pandemic. Four articles by Missouri 4-H faculty were published this past December in national journals directed at extension and youth development professionals.
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From Idea to Fruition
Sarah Havens helps Missouri women landowners engage in forestry through programs, workshops, and resources that inspire leadership and stewardship.
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Data sheets document UM System's impact
Updated data sheets show the University of Missouri System’s county, state, and district impact through students, alumni, services, and revenue.
Missouri land values continue to grow
COLUMBIA, Mo. – All classes of Missouri land values grew steadily in the past year, according to the University of Missouri Extension’s annual survey of farmers, rural appraisers and agricultural lenders. Ray Massey, MU Extension agricultural economics professor, heads the survey efforts.
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Frost seeding improves yield, quality
Frost seeding legumes boosts pasture yield and quality, reduces fertilizer needs, and supports livestock health and grazing profits.
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Reducing influenza in your community
UNIONVILLE, Mo. – In addition to educating people in Putnam County on topics such as farm leases and fence laws, University of Missouri Extension county engagement specialist Joe Koenen also strives to educate his north-central Missouri community on the importance of staying healthy this flu season.
Crafting Seamless Business Plans with the SBDC - Nine Patch Quilt & Fabrics, Nevada, MO
After two years of planning, in April 2006, Erica Skouby said goodbye to her corporate job and started her own quilt shop. In June 2006 Nine Patch Quilt & Fabrics opened to the public, carrying cotton fabric, books, patterns, and handmaid gifts. Skouby also hosts classes on quilting and machine embroidery, completes custom sewing for customers, and donates her time to supplying pillowcases for children staying at Heartland…
The Myth of Multitasking
Have you ever been paying a bill online, while trying to get dinner ready, while letting the dog out, all while asking your family about their day. Societal norms have told us multitasking makes us more efficient and allows us to get more done all at once. However, the opposite is true we get less done; become more stressed; and tired. Researchers suggest that multitasking can actually reduce productivity by as much as 40%.
Never say never to nitrogen
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Sometimes it pays to be late.Nitrogen application is one of those times, says University of Missouri Extension nutrient management specialist Peter Scharf.Scharf, who has researched nitrogen application in corn, wheat and other crops for 35 years, continues to favor spring nitrogen application over fall-applied application, especially during wet years, which are becoming more frequent.
MU nursing students step up to help with patient care over winter break
COLUMBIA, Mo. – One by one, the 70 nursing students on the late-afternoon video call turned on their cameras. Some were still in nursing uniforms from clinical, some were just taking a break from studying. Every hand was raised.“I was in tears,” said Robin Harris, associate dean for academic affairs at the University of Missouri Sinclair School of Nursing.
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Grant aims to improve lavender growing in Missouri
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Missourians may learn more about lavender thanks to a grant to University of Missouri Extension from the Missouri Department of Agriculture. The $39,274 grant will determine standardized growing practices for lavender in Missouri. It is one of four grants recently awarded by the Missouri Department of Agriculture to MU Extension. Federal funding comes from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Specialty Crop Block…
Adoption of precision ag varies across generations
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Farmers who fear they are falling behind in farm technology might not be as behind as they think.Kansas State University cropping system economist Terry Griffin explains that a recent Kansas Farm Management Association study on farm technologies dispels the myth that all farmers use all of the latest technology.Griffin was one of the speakers at the December 2020 University of Missouri Crop Management Conference, held…
MU research looks at technology to kill weeds
COLUMBIA, Mo. – If it’s a weed, spray it. That’s the mindset that most in the agriculture industry held for years.That thinking no longer works as more weeds become resistant to herbicides, says Kevin Bradley, University of Missouri Extension weed scientist.Bradley uses waterhemp as an example. Waterhemp is one of 14 herbicide-resistant weed species in Missouri. It is a prolific producer of seeds, and Bradley considers it Missouri’s…
MU entomologist lists pests to watch in 2021
Missouri farmers should monitor pests like soybean gall midge, Dectes stem borer, and Japanese beetles to protect crops.
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Tar spot found in NE Missouri cornfields
Tar spot, a fungal disease, has appeared in NE Missouri cornfields. Growers should scout fields and monitor for spread.
Proper hay storage reduces waste, increases profit
Protect hay from spoilage, cut losses, and boost your bottom line with smarter storage and feeding practices.
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Missouri 4-H'ers warm state with handmade blankets
Missouri 4-H members knit and donate 72 handmade blankets to Project Linus, supporting children in need across the state.
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Norfolk Island pine: A houseplant for the holidays and beyond
NEVADA, Mo. – If you don’t have time or space for a large Christmas tree, consider a Norfolk Island pine. “Many stores sell these evergreen houseplants during the holidays,” says University of Missouri Extension agronomist Pat Miller. “These easy-to-grow plants often come decorated and are perfect for gift-giving or to keep for yourself.”
Having Communication Problems? We’ve Got Language Solutions, Language Solutions - St. Louis, MO
Discover professional language services in St. Louis, offering translation and interpretation solutions to improve communication in diverse communities.
Helping a Community Stay Connected, St. Charles IT - St. Charles, MO
St. Charles IT helped local businesses adapt to remote work, ensuring seamless connectivity and supporting business continuity during challenging times.
Scaling a Veteran Business, KC Cattle Company - Weston, MO
Veteran-owned KC Cattle Co. in Weston, MO, thrives with American Wagyu beef, strategic growth, and national acclaim.