Register for the Missouri Crop Management Conference
Registration is open for the state’s premier agricultural conference for farmers and ag industry professionals, the Missouri Crop Management Conference, Dec. 9-10 in Columbia.
Tips to repair relationships after mistakes on the farm
Mistakes on the farm can strain community ties. To repair relationships, document damages, communicate professionally, and assess losses fairly.
Red crown rot appears in two more Missouri counties
Red crown rot confirmed in Maries and Phelps counties; scout fields for irregular patches, especially in wet areas.
Scout crops now for corn leafhopper
Missouri growers urged to scout corn for invasive corn leafhopper, a tiny yellow pest that spreads corn stunt disease, causing deformed grain and yield loss.
Kochia found in NW Missouri soybean fields
Kochia, a highly competitive weed that can reduce yields by as much as 70%, has been found in northwestern Missouri soybean fields. Kochia is not new to Missouri, but this may be the first report of kochia showing up in cropland.
MU Plant Diagnostic Clinic offers digital sample submission
Submit photos of plants showing symptoms to get a fast diagnosis. Save time and money by uploading digital samples for expert review and treatment suggestions.
MU Extension guide looks at corn leafhopper
Corn leafhopper, an invasive pest in Missouri since 2024, spreads corn stunt disease, causing yield loss. Scouting and early management are crucial.
Look for signs of corn leafhoppers in 2025
Watch for corn leafhoppers in 2025, as they spread corn stunt disease and reduce yields.
Red crown rot: No cure for this soybean disease
Red crown rot in soybeans has no cure. Manage spread with crop rotation, drainage, and equipment sanitation.
Grant aims to share pest management information with more diverse audience
The University of Missouri’s Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program has received a grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to strengthen its reach to diverse clientele with sustainable pest management practices. The grant from the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture aims to enhance the ability to get important pest management information out to clients who need it.
First case of corn stunt confirmed in Missouri
A bacterial disease transmitted by corn leafhoppers has been confirmed in southwest Missouri, marking its first appearance in the state.
First case of red crown rot confirmed in Missouri
COLUMBIA, Mo. – University of Missouri Extension state plant pathologist Mandy Bish reports confirmation of red crown rot, a yield-robbing soybean disease, in Marion County in northeastern Missouri. This is the first confirmed incidence of the disease in the state. Bish says MU Extension specialists have been scouting for the pathogen since its confirmation in Illinois in 2018.
Scout crops early and often for best results
Scout crops regularly to detect pests early, protect yields, and make informed pest management decisions.
Tar spot growing in Missouri corn crops
Tar spot, a fungal disease affecting corn, has been confirmed in 19 Missouri counties in 2024. Early detection and fungicide application are crucial.
MU Plant Diagnostic Clinic offers free services to Amish, Mennonite farmers
Free plant disease and pest diagnostic services help Amish and Mennonite farmers manage crops in Missouri counties.
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.
Tar spot of corn confirmed in NE Missouri
Tar spot, a corn disease that can reduce yields, is confirmed in northeastern Missouri. Monitor crops for early signs.
No reports of spotted lanternfly in Missouri but vigilance urged
No spotted lanternfly detected in Missouri yet, but residents and growers are urged to stay vigilant and report sightings.
Caterpillars horn in on tomato plants
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Several types of caterpillars damage tomato plants in Missouri, but the tomato hornworm and the tobacco hornworm usually get the most attention because of the prominent horn on the last segment of their bodies.
Spring rains bring root rots to Missouri field crops
Frequent spring rains set up favorable conditions for seedling and root rotting diseases in corn, soybean and wheat fields across Missouri.
MU Plant Diagnostic Clinic is now open
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Like humans, plants can get sick and need someone to diagnose their illnesses, says Peng Tian, the new lab director of the University of Missouri Plant Diagnostic Clinic. The Plant Diagnostic Clinic has served Missourians since 1965 to help clients, including county extension specialists, commercial growers, government agencies and homeowners, identify plant health problems.
Crops face danger of BMSB damage
Brown marmorated stink bugs threaten crops, reducing yields in soybeans, corn, fruits, and vegetables across Missouri.
SDS appearing in Missouri soybean fields
Sudden death syndrome is appearing in Missouri soybean fields. Monitor, scout, and use resistant varieties to reduce yield losses.
MU plant diagnostic clinic helps Amish producers in Clark
On-site crop health clinic at Clark Produce Auction offering Amish growers insect, disease diagnosis and tailored guidance.
MU Soil and Plant Testing Lab still open and serving Missouri agriculture
COLUMBIA, Mo. – For now, the University of Missouri Soil and Plant Testing Laboratory remains open. “We understand the essential role the lab plays in supporting Missouri's agricultural industry,” said Robert Kallenbach, MU Extension senior program director for agriculture and environment. “If we can continue to operate safely, the MU Soil Testing Laboratory in Columbia will continue to accept samples.”