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Save money on fertilizer with soil tests
Learn how soil testing can help farmers apply fertilizer more precisely, cut costs and protect the environment.
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Annie's Project helps Ralls County woman navigate farm ownership
Jan Golian gained farm-management confidence and business skills through a women-focused ag program, helping her stay and thrive on her farm.
MU agronomist gives post-drought pasture renovation tips
Learn effective strategies for renovating drought-affected pastures, including no-till drilling, emergency forage options, and long-term forage solutions.
Proper hay storage, feeding methods reduce waste
CLEVER, Mo. –Due to poor storage and feeding methods, only about half of Missouri hay reaches the cow’s mouth, says University of Missouri Extension livestock specialist Andy McCorkill. This leads to waste and reduced profits, especially as producers reset their herds post-drought. “Make sure your high-value hay gets in the mouth of an animal,” says McCorkill.
Extension specialist gives 4 O's for 'crazy' cows
Learn the 4 O's—open, old, ornery, other—to cull unproductive cows and protect herd profitability.
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Missouri Dairy Hall of Honors recognizes 2022 winners
Missouri Dairy Hall of Honors celebrated 2022 awardees: Tom Oelrichs, Ridge View Farm, Dave Drennan, and the late Sam and Ethel Messer.
'Sacrifice pastures' spare best cattle grazing pastures
STOCKTON, Mo. – So-called “sacrifice pastures” might be needed to help promote forage production the rest of this cattle grazing season, according to Patrick Davis, a University of Missouri Extension livestock specialist based in Stockton. “Cattle producers welcome the rain, but it leads to muddy pastures, and with limited forage resources following the drought, proper management is needed for optimum grazing the rest of the year,”…
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Annie's Project empowered Marion County farmer Amy Lehenbauer
PALMYRA, Mo. – Annie’s Project, a program offered by University of Missouri Extension for two decades, gave Amy Lehenbauer the confidence she needed to become active in the family farm. Lehenbauer is one of more than 19,000 women across the nation who completed the program during the past 20 years, says MU Extension agriculture business specialist Karisha Devlin.
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Show-Me MO Success podcast: Good Neighbor Day in Missouri
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Quality of life is affected by the quality of the neighborhoods in which people live. In the latest episode of “Show-Me MO Success,” the University of Missouri’s Business and Community Extension podcast, listeners learn how the Neighborhood Leadership Academy helps community volunteers develop projects to improve their neighborhoods.
Avoid applying nitrogen to tall fescue pastures in spring
Reduce livestock loss and toxin risk by avoiding nitrogen fertilization on tall fescue pastures in spring; reserve fertilizing for fall.
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Cheap hay isn't cheap
Cheap hay can cost more in the long run due to poor quality, storage, and feeding practices.
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A livestock legacy lives on
New livestock facility at the Southwest Research Center honors a key figure in agriculture, supporting local farmers through educational programs and resources.
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All Things Missouri: A free online tool for accessing, analyzing and visualizing state, local data
Free, easy tool offering interactive maps, reports, and visual data to explore community trends and comparisons.
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Extension Master Gardener program turns 50
COLUMBIA, Mo. – 2023 marks the 50th anniversary of the first Extension Master Gardener program at Washington State University. What began with 300 volunteers in Washington state has grown to more than 84,000 volunteers across the country, said University of Missouri Extension horticulturist and state Master Gardener coordinator David Trinklein.To commemorate the event, March 20-26 of this year has been designated National Extension…
Neighborhood Leadership Academy awards 20 mini-grants
ST. LOUIS, Mo. – The Neighborhood Leadership Academy has awarded 20 mini-grants totaling $46,805 to groups across Missouri. The grants, ranging from $380 to $2,500, support neighborhood initiatives including community gardens in schools and parks, neighborhood gatherings to build community and programs to improve the mental and physical health of neighborhood residents.
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MU joins celebration of Annie's Project
Missouri celebrates 20 years of Annie’s Project, empowering women in agriculture through education, networking, and leadership development.
Be ready to manage spring flush
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Get a head start on pastures for the year with good management of spring flush, says University of Missouri Extension state forage specialist Harley Naumann.Early decisions determine pasture health for the rest of the season, Naumann says.
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MU Plant Diagnostic Clinic offers free wheat virus tests
Free wheat virus screenings available this spring to help growers assess disease severity and prepare for future control measures.
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Now is time to enjoy wildlife and plan to improve habitat
Spring is ideal for observing wildlife and planning habitat improvements to support local species in your area.
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Pansy: The smiley face flower
Pansies brighten gardens with cheerful, smiley flowers. Plant in spring or fall for vibrant color and early blooms.
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Keep your eyes peeled for colorful St. Patrick's Day spuds
Discover colorful potato varieties, learn how to grow them in containers, and get tips for planting and care this season.
MU experts offer HACCP training for food processors
COLUMBIA, Mo. – University of Missouri will hold food safety training for food processors March 29-31 on the MU campus in Columbia.Lakshmikantha “Kantha” Channaiah, MU Extension state specialist in food processing, and Andrew Clarke, MU Food Science program coordinator, will lead the Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) training.
MU Extension Feedlot School set for March 22-23, Kirksville
Missouri cattle producers: Attend the Feedlot School in Kirksville, March 22-23, to learn about cattle nutrition, health management, and economics.
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Survey to help guide state broadband efforts
Take a short anonymous survey on household internet access and use to guide state broadband expansion, training, and infrastructure planning.
Registration open for fescue workshop
Register for a March workshop on renovating toxic tall fescue pastures and integrating improved varieties into grazing systems.