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Professional liability insurance
Perhaps the best-known type of professional liability insurance is malpractice insurance carried by medical professionals. Professional liability insurance carried by other professionals, such as accountants and architects, is frequently called errors and omissions insurance. Professional liability insurance is intended to covers lawsuits arising from professional services.
Wantland tops 2019 state 4-H dairy judging contest
Lila Wantland judged herself to the top of the senior division of the Missouri State 4-H Dairy Judging Contest. The contest was held Aug. 17 at the Missouri State Fair in Sedalia. Wantland was the high individual in the intermediate division of the state contest in 2018.
Extension specialist offers tips to repair flood-damaged fields
Learn effective strategies to restore flood-damaged fields, including debris removal, erosion control, and soil management.
Water availability
Excerpted from the Environmental Impact of Missouri Crop Production report
Impact of major weather events
Excerpted from the Environmental Impact of Missouri Crop Production report
Wildlife population trends
Excerpted from the Environmental Impact of Missouri Crop Production report
Five ways to help cows beat the summer heat
COLUMBIA, Mo. – As summer temperatures rise, dairy animals benefit from heat abatement, says Joe Zulovich, a University of Missouri Extension specialist in livestock housing systems.Lactating cows face the most risk from heat, says Zulovich. Dry cows and pre-weaned calves also fare better with heat abatement systems in place.Heat abatement systems are economically beneficial for dairy operations in hot, humid climates like Missouri’s…
Atrazine detects in surface water
Atrazine levels in Missouri surface water sometimes exceed EPA's 3 ppb limit but remain below harmful thresholds.
Farmer participation in conservation programs
Excerpted from the Environmental Impact of Missouri Crop Production report
Precision ag tools
Discover how precision ag tools like sensors, drones, and GPS improve efficiency, cut costs, and boost yields for smarter farming.
Irrigation and water use efficiency
Excerpted from the Environmental Impact of Missouri Crop Production report
Tillage practices
Excerpted from the Environmental Impact of Missouri Crop Production report
Fertilizer usage and efficiency
Farmers are improving fertilizer efficiency, producing more crops per unit. Adoption of better nutrient management practices is increasing.
Chemical and pesticide use
Excerpted from the Environmental Impact of Missouri Crop Production report
Biotechnology use and adoption of GE crops
Excerpted from the Environmental Impact of Missouri Crop Production report
Cropping history
Excerpted from the Environmental Impact of Missouri Crop Production report
Major land uses
Excerpted from the Environmental Impact of Missouri Crop Production report
Beat the heat from farm to fair with these tips
Protect livestock and people from heat stress with tips for safe travel, proper cooling, hydration, shade, and smart fair preparation.
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Clover Classic raises $48,000 for Missouri 4-H
The Clover Classic golf tournament marked its 10th year by raising $48,000 to support Missouri 4-H youth programs.
Robinson’s Cleaners – Columbia, MO
Many entrepreneurs find that government contracting is an excellent way to ensure that their small business grows. But for Kit Price, co-owner of Robinson’s Cleaners in Columbia, Missouri, government contracting goes beyond expanding her company. To her, it has been part of the family business since Robinson’s Cleaners opened over sixty years ago.
On Target Solutions, Inc. – Belton, MO
Many business owners agree that government contracting is very different from the other markets that small businesses pursue. Even individuals who have experience with different aspects of contracting find that becoming a federal contractor can be daunting and confusing.
Lake Recharge and Fire Equipment LLC. – Eldon, MO
Lake Recharge & Fire Equipment in Eldon, MO has provided fire and safety systems to businesses and government for over 20 years.
U.S.–China trade war results in 25% decline in total U.S. soybean exports
The U.S.–China trade war has led to a 25% drop in U.S. soybean exports, disrupting global trade and impacting farmers and markets worldwide.
African swine fever reduces China’s pork production
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) projects that by the end of 2019, China’s total swine inventory will be down by 18%. Indeed, the USDA estimated that the Chinese sow inventory was down 12% at the start of 2019.
Corn prices headed up?
A significant reduction in corn production could push farm prices to $4.15 per bushel and Chicago Board of Trade prices near $4.50 per bushel.