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Nitrogen Management for No-Tillage Systems in Missouri
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Explore strategies for optimizing nitrogen use in no-till corn production, addressing challenges like nitrogen immobilization and enhancing fertilizer efficiency.
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Storage Tanks for Liquid Dairy Waste
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Safe Storage and Handling of Grain
Reviewed
Storage and handling of large volumes of grain on Missouri farms is common. Increased storage capacities, larger and faster handling capacities and automation contribute to many potentially hazardous situations during the harvest and storage season. This guide sheet identifies many of them and suggests preventive measures that control or eliminate the hazardous exposure.
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Estimating Peak Rates of Runoff From Small Watersheds
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Learn to estimate peak runoff rates for small Missouri watersheds using a comprehensive formula and watershed-specific factors.
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Design Criteria for Bottom-Withdrawal (Lake-Cleaning) Spillway
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Designing a bottom-withdrawal spillway enhances water quality by removing sediment-laden inflow, extending reservoir life and reducing fish loss.
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Brooding and Rearing Ducklings and Goslings
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Goslings and ducklings can be brooded by broody chicken hens and most breeds of ducks and geese. Learn about brooder types, temperature, housing, feeding, watering, pasturing and fencing in this University of Missouri Extension guide.
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Culverts and Flood Gates
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Guidance on selecting culvert and flood gate sizes for bottomland drainage up to 640 acres, including flow rate formulas and design considerations.
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Missouri Limestone Quality: What Is ENM?
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Effective Neutralizing Material measures agricultural limestone's ability to neutralize soil acidity, factoring in calcium carbonate content and particle size.
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Orchardgrass
Reviewed
Orchardgrass is a cool-season perennial grass well-suited for Missouri, offering early spring growth, shade tolerance, and compatibility with legumes.
Portable Ladder Safety
Reviewed
Essential safety tips for using portable ladders, including proper selection, maintenance, and hazard prevention, to reduce the risk of falls and injuries.
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For the Unprepared: Home Heating in an Emergency
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Your home heat is gone. You've just discovered your heating system may be off for several days. It's cold outside; the inside temperature is dropping, and you have a first class emergency on your hands. What can you do?
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Growth Stimulants (Implants)
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Boost cattle growth and feed efficiency with implants like Compudose, Ralgro, and Synovex—gain more weight and profit with proper use.
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Nitrate and Water
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Nitrates in water can harm livestock and infants; this guide explains sources, risks, and prevention strategies.
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Phosphorus in Missouri Soils
Revised
Discover how temperature, drought, light, and grazing impact pasture plants and forage quality.
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Shared Housing
Reviewed
Shared housing offers an alternative to living alone, with arrangements ranging from informal agreements to agency-assisted models.
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Wood Stoves and Their Installation
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Canola: A Promising Oilseed
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Canola is a high-value oilseed crop ideal for Missouri farmers, offering benefits like soil erosion control and diversification. Learn about growing and marketing it.
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Simple Home Repairs: Screened Doors and Windows
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Learn to repair or replace damaged screens in wood and metal frames with this step-by-step guide on tools, materials, and techniques.
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Pesticides: Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know
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Learn about Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act, its requirements for hazardous substances, and reporting procedures for emergency situations.
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Johne’s Disease or Paratuberculosis
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Feeding to Maximize Milk Solids
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Maximize milk solids production by optimizing feeding strategies for dairy cows, focusing on proper nutrition, feed intake, and balanced diets.
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The Bluegrasses
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How to Select Lubricating Oil for Farm Engines
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Essential information on selecting the appropriate engine oil for farm equipment, covering oil types, viscosity, additives, and operating conditions.