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Precision Agriculture: An Introduction

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Precision agriculture uses technology to tailor inputs to specific field areas, enhancing efficiency, productivity, and environmental stewardship.

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Precision Agriculture: Remote Sensing and Ground Truthing

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Remote sensing for agriculture can be defined simply as "observing a field or crop without touching it."

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Plant Diagnostic Clinic: Guidelines for Collecting and Submitting Samples

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Learn the process for collecting plant disease samples for the University of Missouri Plant Diagnostic Clinic.

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Grazing Cover Crops

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Explore strategies for integrating livestock grazing with cover crops to enhance soil health and profitability for Missouri farmers.

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Private Applicator Pesticide Training Study Guide

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Study guide for private pesticide applicator certification covering pest ID, labeling, safety, application methods, environmental impact, legal duties.

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Non-soil Agricultural Fumigation Manual for Private Applicators

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This manual covers the basic information about fumigating grain bins to protect stored feed and grains.

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Enlist Label Compliance: How to Determine Hydrologic Soil Groups

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Learn how to use the USDA Web Soil Survey interactive map to determine your field's hydrologic soil group for the soil series on which you plan to apply an Enlist herbicide.

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Pesticide Applicator Training Manuals: Ordering Information

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Ordering information for pesticide applicator training manuals, including the core manual and various category-specific manuals.

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Growing Buckwheat for Grain or Cover Crop Use

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Buckwheat has been grown in places like Missouri periodically for more than a century.

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Sampling Plant Tissue and Soil for Analysis

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This publication provides guidance on proper techniques for sampling plant tissue and soil to ensure accurate nutrient analysis.

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Getting Started With Soil Health Testing in Missouri

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Learn how to assess soil health in Missouri with proper sampling methods and testing protocols.

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Working in Hot Conditions

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To prevent heat-related illness, follow the guidelines in this guide when working in temperatures above 75 degrees.

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An Automated Scraper System for Swine Confinement Facilities

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An automated scraper system reduces odor emissions in swine barns, lowers maintenance costs, and supports biogas production through efficient manure removal.​

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Sewer Line Chemical Root Control (Category 5B)

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This manual contains information that applicators must be familiar with to become a certified sewer line root control applicator.

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Controlling Runoff and Erosion at Urban Construction Sites

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Runoff from construction sites is a major source of sediment. Visit our site to learn about Controlling Runoff and Erosion at Urban Construction Sites.

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Growing Millets for Grain, Forage or Cover Crop Use

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Millets are diverse and broadly adapted crops but also a source of confusion. The term millet actually covers a wide range of agriculture grasses.

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Application of Aboveground Manure Slurry System as Additional Storage and Solid Separator

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Practical and efficient manure management on animal farms is important to ensure smooth operation, provide valuable nutrients to crop production, and minimize the negative impact on environment.

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Soil Testing for Lawns

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Soil testing helps determine nutrient levels and pH, guiding effective lawn fertilization and ensuring healthy turf growth.

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Soils, Plant Nutrition and Nutrient Management

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Discover essential information on soil properties, plant nutrition, and effective nutrient management techniques to enhance your gardening success.

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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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Mixing-Vessel Composting System at a Large Swine Finishing Farm

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Learn about the mixing-vessel composting system used on large swine farms to treat manure efficiently and improve soil quality.

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USDA Pesticide Record-Keeping Requirements for Certified Private Applicators of Federally Restricted-Use Pesticides

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Private certified pesticide applicators are required to keep records of all applications of federally restricted-use pesticides.

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Cover Crops in Missouri: Putting Them to Work on Your Farm

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​Explore effective cover crop strategies for Missouri farmers to enhance soil health, manage erosion, and boost yields.

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Missouri Soil Surveys

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Soil resources of Missouri are classified, mapped and interpreted through county soil surveys.

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Considerations of Pull-Plug Sedimentation Basin for Dairy Manure Management

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A pull-plug sedimentation basin (PPSB) can enhance manure management by reducing lagoon size, lowering costs, and improving solids removal efficiency.

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