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Unsoundness and Blemishes of Horses: Feet and Legs

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Any abnormal deviation in the structure or action of a horse can render it partly or completely useless. Visit our website today to learn more.

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Cover art for publication G4670

Seed Production of Tall Fescue and Other Cool-Season Grasses

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Howell N. Wheaton
Department of Agronomy

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Livestock Judging Techniques

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Livestock judging consists of carefully analyzing animals against a common standard. Learn steps for success and get judging tips in this guide.

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Cover art for publication WQ319

Vegetative Filters for Dairy Waste

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Learn practical tips and best practices for water quality management, including techniques to monitor and protect local water resources.

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Cover art for publication WQ324

Solids Removal From Livestock Manure Lagoons

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Prevent solids buildup in manure lagoons using separation tools and removal methods to improve function and reduce costs.

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Cover art for publication WQ551

Calibrating Home Garden Equipment

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Learn to calibrate home garden sprayers and spreaders for accurate fertilizer and pesticide application, ensuring plant health and environmental safety.

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Cover art for publication NCR546

Independent Contractor vs. Employee: Exploring the Categories

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People who work for you can be employees or independent contractors, and you must correctly classify them to avoid IRS problems. Learn how to classify workers in this guide.

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Cover art for publication G9176

Fertilizer Management for No-Till Corn and Grain Sorghum in Missouri

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Guidance on nutrient management in continuous no-till systems for corn and sorghum, emphasizing soil sampling, pH control, and fertilizer application.

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Cover art for publication MX331

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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Cover art for publication G1650

Conservation Tillage and Residue Management to Reduce Soil Erosion

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John R. McCarthy
Natural Resources Conservation Service

Donald L. Pfost and H. David Currence
Department of Agricultural Engineering

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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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Safe Storage and Handling of Grain

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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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Cover art for publication WQ306

Storage Tanks for Liquid Dairy Waste

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Charles D. Fulhage and Donald L. Pfost
Department of Agricultural Engineering

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Cover art for publication WQ304

Lagoons for Storage/Treatment of Dairy Waste

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Anaerobic lagoons offer cost-effective dairy waste treatment, reducing odors and nitrogen while providing long-term storage.​

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Cover art for publication G2208

Home Slaughtering and Processing of Beef

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A beef animal selected for slaughter should be healthy and in thrifty condition. Visit our site to learn about home slaughtering and processing of beef.

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Wheat Silage for Dairy Cattle

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R.L. Belyea, R.E. Ricketts, F.A. Martz, R.R. Ruehlow and R.C. Bennett
Department of Animal Sciences

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Cover art for publication G4638

Red Clover

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Red clover is the most widely grown of all the true clovers. Visit our website today to learn more about red clovers.

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Cover art for publication G1300

Low-Profile Bins for Grain Drying

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Explore how shallow grain bins enhance drying efficiency and reduce energy costs, offering a cost-effective solution for grain storage.

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Establishing Birdsfoot Trefoil in Bluegrass Sod

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Howell N. Wheaton
Department of Agronomy

Birdsfoot trefoil and Kentucky bluegrass will produce three times as much beef as unimproved bluegrass. Even heavily fertilized bluegrass will produce only 65 percent as much animal product as trefoil-bluegrass combination. See Table 1.

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Cover art for publication DM7005

The Planning Process and People

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James B. Cook and John A. Croll
Department of Community Development

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Cover art for publication G9332

Using Food Processing Plant Waste on Fields

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Lime-stabilized biomass from food processing plants can enrich soil with phosphorus and calcium while neutralizing acidity.

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Drilled Soybeans in Missouri

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Drilled soybeans offer benefits like reduced erosion, faster canopy closure, and improved harvest efficiency, but require careful weed control and uniform stands.​

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Operating and Maintaining Underground Outlet Terrace Systems

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This guide provides essential maintenance practices for underground outlet terrace systems, focusing on inspections, sediment management, and outlet upkeep.

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Cover art for publication G3653

Using the California Mastitis Test

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One of the best ways to detect mastitis is by using the California Mastitis Test. Visit our website today to learn more.

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Cover art for publication G1908

Fires in Agricultural Chemicals

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Learn essential safety measures for responding to fires involving agricultural chemicals, including protective gear and firefighting techniques.

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