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Service sire selection and breeding management for successful heifer development
Service sire selection and breeding management are essential to a successful heifer development program and to the productivity and profitability of a cattle operation.
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Scott County 4-H members compete in National Youth Expo
Scott County 4-H members Ava Asmus, Ella Asmus and Maebry Enderle participated in the Red Angus Youth Expo in Madison, Wis., June 21-26.
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Heifer selection and health management strategies for successful development
STOCKTON, Mo. – “Heifer development is critical as cattle producers rebuild their herds,” says Patrick Davis, University of Missouri Extension livestock field specialist. Successful development starts with choosing the right heifers and using effective health management strategies, whether for your own herd or for buyers of your heifers.
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Second finding of new soybean pest confirmed in Missouri
University of Missouri Extension state crops entomologist Ivair Valmorbida has confirmed a second finding in Missouri of the soybean tentiform leafminer, a new soybean pest. Valmorbida encourages farmers to scout soybean fields for the pest.
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Curiosity takes center stage in Osher@Mizzou’s fall semester
Classes examine subjects as varied as Norse mythology, graphic novels, astronomy, archaeology and feline behavior. Registration is now open.
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Treat Johnsongrass after fall corn harvest
After corn harvest, plan to spray herbicides to treat Johnsongrass, a common quick-growing weed of roadside ditches, crops and pastures. While many producers target it in the spring and summer, fall applications are far more effective and provide a better return on herbicide investment.
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Free webinars show how to make the holiday sales window count
Program helps farm and food businesses plan, act and stay accountable.
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Parasitic wasps offer precision pest control
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Parasitoid wasps, or parasitic wasps, may be tiny, but they play an important role in keeping gardens and landscapes healthy. These small, non-stinging allies develop in or on the bodies of insects such as aphids, caterpillars and beetles, eventually killing the host while producing the next generation of wasps.
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Alliums have some of the most striking flowers around the globe
COLUMBIA, Mo. — When contemplating which spring-flowering bulbs to plant this fall, few gardeners will consider alliums. “This is unfortunate, since ornamental alliums produce striking, globe-shaped purple flowers that float like vibrant spheres on green flower stalks,” said University of Missouri Extension horticulturist David Trinklein.
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Plant Madonna lily in August for years of pure joy
Few garden perennials deserve the title “heirloom” more so than Madonna lily: Some historians believe it is the first to have been cultivated by humans for ornamental purposes. August is an ideal month for planting this iconic beauty and a good time to explore it in greater detail.
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How to make youth tours and presentations more meaningful
Simple strategies can help businesses spark career interest, confidence and engagement among young people.
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MU Extension hosts free global speaker series for International Year of the Woman Farmer
COLUMBIA, Mo. – In recognition of the International Year of the Woman Farmer, University of Missouri Extension’s Pearls of Production program is hosting a free global speaker series featuring women agricultural leaders from around the world.
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Outdoor rec adds more than $10B to state’s economy
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Hunting, fishing, hiking, camping, boating and other forms of outdoor recreation generate billions of dollars in economic activity across Missouri.
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Lady beetles and aphids: Why releases often fall short
Lady beetles, aka ladybugs, feed on aphids and other soft-bodied insects, making them important natural enemies of common pests. While they are valuable predators, simply releasing them without the right conditions rarely leads to meaningful control.
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Missouri landowners can improve forest and woodlands for birds
New publication details practices that can offset declining bird populations.
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Soybean yield predictions drop with prolonged heat wave
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Predicted soybean yields across Missouri have taken a downward turn in recent weeks, according to the latest University of Missouri Extension Soybean Growth and Yield Report.
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The legacy of Pine Tree Jim and the Horton family stands strong
The Ste. Genevieve County woodsman was a pioneer in sustainable forestry.
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High nitrogen prices force a closer look at the numbers
State forage specialist advises on fall fertility decisions for stockpiled tall fescue.
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Missouri 4-H leaders get a head start on becoming Mizzou Tigers
Eligible students can earn guaranteed admission by demonstrating leadership, service and academic achievement.
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Award-winning landowners to host forest and wildlife field day in Callaway County
Landowners interested in improving woods, wildlife habitat and overall property health can learn firsthand from a family recognized for its stewardship success at a free forest and wildlife field day Sept. 12 near Portland, Mo.
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Biological control: Natural enemies can help manage pests
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Biological control – using living organisms to help manage insect pests and weeds – can be an effective part of an integrated pest management (IPM) strategy, says University of Missouri Extension horticulturist Tamra Reall.
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Future healthcare providers experience rural Missouri
A group of 19 students pursuing healthcare careers at Missouri universities spent five days exploring what makes rural communities healthy during the 2026 Rural Immersion Program, a partnership between the University of Missouri School of Medicine’s Rural Scholars Program and University of Missouri Extension.
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Record-breaking numbers at Ozark Empire Fair Hay Contest
The 2026 Ozark Empire Fair Hay Contest had record-breaking numbers this year. There were 68 entries from 32 participants in 11 counties. The contest, which began in 1985, is open to any Missouri producer.
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4-H opened his horizons
Pettis County native Richard Maltsbarger says hands-on learning through Missouri 4-H helped sparked a career that led from software development to the executive suite of international companies.
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Flood-related resources from MU Extension
Access practical tips and guides to stay safe, protect property, and recover after floods.