Assisting the Beef Cow at Calving Time
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Six to 10 percent of all calves born in beef cow herds in the U.S. die at or soon after birth. About half of those deaths are due to calving difficulty (dystocia). The purpose of this guide is to acquaint cattle producers with calving management principles that will help minimize calf loss in their herds.
MyPlate Poster
Revised $34
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Fruit Bingo Cards
Revised $13
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MyActivity Pyramid for Kids (Bundle of 25)
Revised $12
Encourage kids to be active daily with fun ideas for aerobic, muscle-strengthening, and lifestyle activities—plus tips to reduce screen time.
MyActivity Log for Kids (Bundle of 25)
New $15.50
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Crop Insurance in Missouri
Revised
Learn four types of crop insurance that can manage corn, soybean and other row crop risk. Read about units you can insure and the premium cost for a policy.
Introduction to Local Food Systems
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Learn how to create rural and urban local food systems that are profitable and sustainable, connect farms to consumers and support the community and economy.
Establishing and Managing Cover Crops in Missouri for Wildlife and Pollinator Benefits
New
Learn how to establish and manage cover crops in Missouri to improve soil, attract wildlife, and support pollinators year-round.
Preserve It Fresh, Preserve It Safe: 2022, No. 5 (September/October)
New
Learn how to safely store canned goods and dry apples at home with research-backed tips for quality and food safety.
Big Bluestem, Indiangrass and Switchgrass
Reviewed
Big Bluestem, Indiangrass and Switchgrass have been reintroduced successfully across Missouri. Visit our website today to learn more.
Bermudagrass
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Bermudagrass makes excellent warm-season pasture and is gaining popularity in Missouri. Visit our website today to learn more.
Grafting
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Grafting is the act of joining two plants together and is a way to change a large tree from an old to a new variety. Visit our site to learn more.
Growing Black Walnut for Nut Production: Orchard Establishment and Early Management
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Eastern black walnut trees (Juglans nigra) produce high-valued hardwood products and distinctively flavored, highly nutritious, edible kernels.
Potential Diseases and Parasites of White-tailed Deer in Missouri
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White-tailed deer are susceptible to a variety of issues. Visit our site to learn about Potential Diseases and Parasites of White-tailed Deer in Missouri.
Burgundy Black Truffle Cultivation in an Agroforestry Practice
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Editor's note
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Growing Black Walnut for Nut Production: Bearing Years Management
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Once your black walnut orchard is established and begins bearing, the goals for caring and maintaining the orchard will evolve as the trees continue to mature and yields increase. This guide outlines the steps and operations required to care for bearing and mature black walnut orchards.
Black Cutworm in Missouri
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Black cutworm larvae damage seedlings by cutting stems at night, causing stand loss in crops like corn, soybeans, and cotton.
Corn Earworm in Missouri
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Learn about corn earworm's impact on Missouri crops, its life cycle, and management strategies to protect yields from this pervasive pest.
European Corn Borer: A Multiple-Crop Pest in Missouri
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Learn how the European corn borer affects crops like corn, cotton, and grain sorghum in Missouri. Explore its lifecycle, damage, and management strategies.
Grasshopper Control in Missouri Forage Crops and Pastures
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Protect forage crops and pastures from grasshopper damage with early detection and control strategies tailored for Missouri's conditions.
Southwestern Corn Borer Management in Missouri
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This guide outlines the life cycle, damage patterns, and management strategies for the southwestern corn borer in Missouri.
Seedcorn Maggot
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Learn how to identify and prevent seedcorn maggot infestations in crops like corn and soybeans, which can damage seeds and reduce yields.
Blister Beetle Management in Alfalfa
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Blister beetles in alfalfa pose a serious risk to livestock due to cantharidin toxicity, especially during summer harvests. Learn how to manage infestations.
Building and Using Hotbeds and Cold Frames
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A coldframe is a protected plant bed & a hot bed is basically a heated coldframe. Visit our site to learn about Building and Using Hotbeds and Cold Frames.