Economics of drone ownership for agricultural spraying
Explore cost analysis of owning drones for agricultural spraying to determine if buying or hiring is more cost-effective.
MU Extension holds short-term operating plan workshops
Learn to create short-term operating plans for farms to ensure continuity during unexpected events. Workshops cover essential components and planning strategies.
Persistent drought costs Missouri ag industry
Persistent drought has cost Missouri agriculture billions, stressing crops, livestock, and soil moisture management.
Weighing the value of eggs amid high prices
COLUMBIA, Mo. – The high price of eggs and egg shortages in some places have led some consumers to seek out other sources of protein.
Avoid financial heartbreak after drought
Learn strategies to reduce financial loss after drought by adjusting pasture management and considering native warm-season grasses.
Better numbers, better farm
Track key farm numbers to boost financial efficiency, reduce expenses, and improve profitability for stronger farm management.
MU Extension offers beef feeding financial tool
Free Excel tool lets cattle producers track input costs, calculate break-even price and ROI, and manage feeding profitability.
Benefits of beef cow leasing
Beef cow leasing offers producers a lower-cost way to expand, gain experience, and share risks while easing financial pressures.
Missouri 2025 Ag Outlook shows road ahead
Missouri agriculture faces mixed 2025 prospects as crop and livestock trends shift, impacting farm income and strategic planning.
Tools help farmers estimate American Relief Plan assistance
Online tools help farmers estimate potential payments from the 2025 American Relief Act for major crops and plan cash flow.
Is Missouri's farmland market cooling down?
Survey data shows Missouri farmland prices rising slower, with regional shifts and forecasts shaping decisions for buyers, sellers, and landowners.
Topics to discuss before incorporating conservation into your land lease
FORSYTH, Mo. – Despite the benefits of conservation practices on farmland, differing goals and expectations can create tension between landowners and tenants when talking about incorporating them into a land lease. According University of Missouri Extension agribusiness specialist Jacob Hefley, thoughtful conversations and clearly outlined provisions between the two parties can ease this tension.
Producer expertise needed to shape future of state's small ruminant industry
Help shape Missouri’s future sheep & goat industry by sharing on-farm data that guides policy, supports producers, and informs economic strategy.
Missouri farmland, hunting cash rental rate insights from MU Extension
Missouri rental rates rose in 2024, with increases in cropland, pasture, and hunting leases. Survey data offers insights for landowners and tenants.
Elevate your farmers market success
COLUMBIA, Mo. – In celebration of National Farmers Market Week, Aug. 4-10, University of Missouri Extension has resources to help improve your local food systems awareness and polish your farmers market presence. Learn about local food systems Consumers are increasingly searching out healthy and safe food that supports their local community. Farmers can meet this demand by taking advantage of local food systems.
Intel for Ag helps sow seeds for business success
Free online tools help farmers assess land, markets and resources to start or grow successful agricultural businesses.
Farm business operators can tackle labor crunch with seasonal workers
Farm operators can ease labor shortages with seasonal workers by following best practices for hiring, training, and safety.
Marketing matters in direct-to-consumer beef sales
FORSYTH, Mo. – Selling beef directly from the farm to consumers gained significant popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic. “Though adoption has slowed, selling direct to consumers remains a popular option for Missouri beef producers as an alternative to selling live animals, as it allows the producer to capture additional value otherwise obtained by others in the food processing chain,” said Jacob Hefley, University of Missouri…
MU Extension resources for specialty ag producers
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Missouri’s urban and specialty agriculture producers—and those considering starting an agricultural enterprise—have new business planning resources at their fingertips.
How to have conversations about conservation on leased land
Agencies promote soil-conservation incentives that can impact land leases. Guide helps landowners and tenants discuss practices, costs, and timing.
2024 dairy returns might improve
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Prices paid in 2024 for dairy products should be similar to 2023, while net returns may be better, according to University of Missouri Extension economist Scott Brown. Brown told attendees at the 2024 Missouri Dairy Expo that average weather and feed costs will be key factors for this year’s outlook.
10 tips to bulletproof your beef operation
Boost beef farm resilience with expert tips on grazing, hay storage, herd health, and financial strategies to thrive through cycles and drought.
MU Extension ag enterprise budgets updated for producers
COLUMBIA, Mo. – University of Missouri Extension crop and livestock enterprise budgets for Missouri producers have been updated.
A No. 2 pencil is a beef producer's best tool
COLUMBIA, Mo. – One of the most important tools for livestock producers is a sharp No. 2 pencil. The pencil and some basic arithmetic can help take the emotion out of desperate measures to find feed. When you do the math, buying grain or other alternative feeds may be the best bang for the buck, says University of Missouri Extension agricultural business specialist Wesley Tucker.
Keep your farm running smoothly with a midyear 'tuneup'
Reassess budgets, labor, leasing, services and succession now to keep your farm running smoothly all season.