Inbreeding: Its Meaning, Uses and Effects on Farm Animals
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Mating schemes of animals are classified as either inbreeding or outbreeding. Mating closely related animals is inbreeding. Outbreeding is mating less closely related animals, but people disagree about where to draw the line. Learn more in this guide.
Economic Impact of Opioid Use Disorder in Missouri
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The opiod crisis raises many concerns for the labor force. Learn about the direct employment impacts of opioid-related losses in labor force participation in several key industry sectors in Missouri and how they affect the broader economy in this report.
Sampling Safely at Farmers Markets — Fact Sheet
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Read this to understand sampling regulations at farmers markets. Learn how to establish and estimate costs for handwash stations and washing and sanitizing stations.
Artificial Insemination of Cattle Step by Step
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Using correct techniques when performing artificial insemination on beef cattle can help ensure success and minimizing risk of injury. Learn how to deposit the semen in the proper location in the female reproductive tract while using sanitary techniques.
Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology of the Cow
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The ability of a cow or heifer to successfully mate, conceive, give birth, and raise a healthy calf each year is essential for profitable and sustainable beef production. A good understanding of anatomy and physiology of both the male and female is helpful in successfully managing reproduction.
Herd Health Programs and Reproductive Efficiency of Beef Cattle
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An excellent herd health program is an important component of overall management for reproductive efficiency in a beef cattle operation. Learn ways to mitigate health risks through consistent monitoring and proactive management in this MU Extension guide.
Managing the Effects of Stress and Temperament on Beef Cattle Reproduction
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Commercial beef producers can improve herd temperament by selecting for docility and culling flighty, aggressive animals. Learn management practices that might improve reproductive outcomes in this guide.
Guide to Estrus Synchronization Products
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Several protocols and other resources allow beef producers to effectively synchronize estrus and ovulation in the herd. Read this guide for an overview of the function, handling considerations, and proper administration of estrus synchronization products.
Selection of Replacement Heifers for Commercial Beef Cattle Operations
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To maintain herd numbers, commercial cow-calf operations must buy or develop females to replace culled cows. Learn about different stratgegies so you can make the most economical decision for your farm or ranch with long-term profitability in mind.
Facilities for Artificial Insemination of Beef Cattle
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Access to functional artificial insemination (AI) facilities is a challenge for beef cattle producers. Learn what to look for in an AI facility and view a list of portable breeding barns available through University of Missouri Extension.
Detection of Estrus in Beef Cattle Herds
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Correctly detecting cows and heifers in estrus can be critical for beef producers. Learn behavioral and physiological changes that indicate standing heat, how to use estrus detection aids and how to time artificial insemination in this MU Extension guide.
Production Records for Commercial Cow-Calf Operations
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Learn what cow-calf production records are needed for making management decisions in a beef cattle operation, the basic metrics to consider monitoring, and how to interpret the results in this University of Missouri Extension guide.
Crossbreeding Systems for Small Herds of Beef Cattle
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Crossbreeding in commercial beef cattle production improves efficiency through heterosis and breed complementation.
Agricultural Owners, Family Labor and the Worker Protection Standard
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Find out what the EPA’s Worker Protection Standard requires of family-owned agricultural establishments to keep your family safe from pesticide exposure.
Successfully Direct Marketing Beef
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Get tips on direct marketing beef in this 32-page publication.
An Introduction to Basis
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Discover how agricultural commodity basis applies to crops and livestock and affects your farm's production, forward pricing, hedging and storage decisions.
Federal Contracting Trends in Missouri
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Examine how federal contracting is important in generating economic activity. This publication displays how most contract dollars go to a small number of large business, but there are still opportunities for a wide array of companies throughout Missouri.
Selecting an Appropriate Pricing Strategy
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Learn how to price a product based on your cost and profit objectives, demand and competition. See five strategies used to price value-added agricultural products.
Safe Tractor Operation
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The purpose of this guide is to assist employers and employees in training for safe tractor operation. Farm employers should review this guide with anyone who operates a farm tractor.
How to Can Fresh Vegetables
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Learn to safely can fresh vegetables in this research-based guide covering asparagus, beans, beets, carrots, corn, okra, peas, peppers, potatoes, pumpkins and spinach. Recommended pressure canner process times are provided.
How to Freeze Fruits
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How to Dehydrate Foods
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Dehydrated foods are a sensible way for busy families to make healthy, portable snacks or store seasonal produce for use. You need to carefully follow directions for preparing and pretreating produce to maintain quality.