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Rose rosette continues to plague garden roses
A viral disease transmitted by microscopic mites is destroying garden roses—learn symptoms, transmission, and what actions gardeners should take.
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Waterlily: Easier to grow than you might think
Waterlilies may look delicate but they are hardy and rewarding plants. With sunlight and still water, even beginners can grow them successfully.
Missouri Leads the Nation With Passage of Good Neighbor Week Bill
Missouri marks the first Good Neighbor Week from Sept. 28, encouraging connections and community across the state.
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Firecracker penstemon explodes with patriotic color
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Flowering stems of firecracker penstemon pop with color and add a burst of red flowers to landscapes in summer. Firecracker penstemon (Penstemon eatonii) is just one of about 270 species of penstemon, also known as beardtongue. “Its showy stamens protrude from the flower and resemble a hairy tongue,” says Michele Warmund, University of Missouri Extension horticulturist.
Serving children with differing abilities, Unearth Potential - Joplin, MO
Providing ABA therapy and support to children with autism, ADHD, and developmental delays while aiding families and caregivers.
Y partnership keeps seniors connected
This month we feature Sue Robison, county engagement specialist in Carroll County, with Bret Lyon and Kathy Lock of the Carroll County YMCA.
Soybean Cyst Nematode: Out of Sight, Out of Mind?
Soybean cyst nematode (SCN) can substantially reduce yield, but it is not always obvious when the nematodes (Figure 1) are present. Leonardo Da Vinci's quote: "We know more about the movement of celestial bodies than about the soil underfoot" seems somewhat appropriate when discussing SCN levels in the soil.
Top 3 emerging disease issues going into 2022
#1 Tar spot of cornWho: Tar spot of corn, Phyllachora maydis
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Golfers raise more than $76,000 for Missouri 4-H
Golfers raised over $76,000 at the 4-H Clover Classic, supporting youth programs and development across Missouri.
Control of Fusarium Head Blight (or Scab) in Wheat
Wheat in southeast Missouri is near or at flowering, which suggest that wheat in many other regions of the state is roughly 1 to 2 weeks away. Fusarium Head Blight (FHB) (Figure 1) is a disease that can cause yield loss, reduced test weights, and reduced seed quality in wheat. The fungus that causes FHB, Fusarium graminearum, infects wheat from flowering to early grain fill stages and can also result in production of the mycotoxin…
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Consider food safety when donating to pantries
Avoid home-prepared, opened, dented or expired foods; donate shelf-stable items like canned vegetables, dried fruit, grains, protein, and dairy.
MU Extension guide helps farmers with replant decisions
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Challenging weather has forced Missouri farmers to make difficult decisions on whether to replant crops because of sparse stands or delayed planting.
Cool gardening tips for hot days
JACKSON, Mo. – Both gardeners and their plants need extra care when it’s hot outside, says University of Missouri Extension horticulturist Donna Aufdenberg.She reminds gardeners to take care of themselves first so they can tend to gardens and flowerbeds.Consider gardening in the early morning and late evening to avoid high temperatures and harsh sun.
MU Extension guide, spreadsheet help estimate farmland values
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Buyers and sellers who need an estimate of the value of a piece of farmland may not always find it feasible to get an appraisal, particularly one that reflects the land’s historical value needed to calculate taxes and settle estates.
Summer food safety tips
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Summer is a time for enjoying fresh fruit and vegetables and outdoor picnics. Don’t let food safety mistakes spoil the fun. Food safety doesn’t begin in the kitchen, or even the market, says Londa Nwadike, extension food safety specialist for the University of Missouri and Kansas State University.
Helping Midwesterners celebrate freedom — safely, Powder Monkey Fireworks - Weldon Spring, MO
Powder Monkey Fireworks in Weldon Spring, MO, offers a vast selection of affordable fireworks to help you celebrate safely and memorably.
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Highly toxic poison hemlock in full bloom
COLUMBIA, Mo. – It is as if a florist painted Missouri roadsides, hillsides and pastures with white spring flowers. But those flowers are poison hemlock, a weed that is highly toxic to humans and animals, says University of Missouri Extension weed scientist Kevin Bradley.
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Report shows how broadband adoption will help grow rural economies
Expanding broadband in rural Missouri can boost local economies, create jobs, and support education and healthcare access.
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MU Extension offers alerts for key insect pests
Farmers can get free text alerts for six key insect pests to monitor crops and prevent damage.
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Leadership in action: Calming traffic, building community
St. Louis' West End residents collaborated to implement traffic-calming measures on Hamilton Avenue, enhancing safety and fostering community engagement.
New Region B training coordinator appointed at MU FRTI
Region B Training Coordinator: Charlie Peel of Clark, Missouri.
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Gardeners, baseball fans swing into summer
Show your team spirit with baseball-themed gardens. Plant red, white, and blue flowers to celebrate Cardinals or Royals this summer.
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Noller named interim state director of Missouri SBDC
Sherry Noller is appointed interim state director of Missouri SBDC, leading business support and training across the state.
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Land-Grant Society highlights donor impact on MU Extension and 4-H
The Land-Grant Society event honors generous donors supporting youth development, community health, and other vital programs that benefit Missouri’s future.
10 Missouri small businesses prepare to “Elevate” beyond the second stage
Ten Missouri small businesses from diverse industries are participating in the 2022 Elevate program to advance beyond the second stage.