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Eastern black nightshade seeds.

Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 45

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Some of the state’s most prevalent weed problems are caused by members of Solanaceae (Nightshade family), such as various species of nightshade. Other members are commonly cultivated, such as tomato, pepper, potato and eggplant.

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Cover art for publication G2353

Antibiotics and Other Additives for Swine: Food Safety Considerations

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Marcia S. Carlson and Thomas J. Fangman
Department of Animal Sciences

The term antibiotic means "against life" or "destructive to life." An antibiotic is a natural compound synthesized by a living organism that inhibits the growth of another living organism.

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Field pennycress seeds.

Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 13

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Brassicaceae (Mustard family) is one of the larger groups of plants in the state. Several plants within this family, such as yellow rocket and wild mustard, are common throughout Missouri.

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Virginia creeper seeds.

Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 48

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Several species of Vitaceae (Grape family) are commercially valuable to the state’s economy. Virginia creeper is one of the most common vining weeds encountered in undisturbed habitats.

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Cover art for publication G2500

Care of Pigs From Farrowing to Weaning

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The most critical period in the life cycle of a pig is from birth to weaning. Visit our website to learn about the Care of Pigs From Farrowing to Weaning.

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Cover art for publication AF1004

Tax Considerations for the Establishment of Agroforestry Practices

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Learn tax advantages for planting trees for timber, using personal property for business use, investing in conservation and reporting timber sales as capital gains.

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Cover art for publication WQ214

Measuring Manure Spreader Uniformity

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Charles D. Fulhage
Department of Agricultural Engineering

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Feverwort seed.

Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 16

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Caprifoliaceae (Honeysuckle family) includes several species of honeysuckle, viburnum and elderberry.

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Pitted morningglory seeds.

Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 19

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Most of the members of Convolvulaceae (Morningglory family) are vining plants, including several common species of morningglories, bindweeds and the parasitic group of plants, dodders.

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Cover art for publication IPM1023

Missouri Weed Seeds

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Positive identification of pests, including weeds, is the first step in a sound integrated pest management program. This publication can aid in identifying weeds by their seed characteristics.

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Swine Management Check Sheet

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John C. Rea and Ronald O. Bates
Department of Animal Sciences

This publication highlights some of the major swine management techniques producers should periodically check.

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Cover art for publication G9334

Optimizing Fertilizer Value of Manure from Slurry Hog Finishing Operations

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See recommendations for applying manure on corn, soybeans or fescue. Learn how to maximize slurry manure’s value and assess its storage and application costs.

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Common teasel seeds.

Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 22

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The only two members of Dipsacaceae (Teasel family) that are known to occur in Missouri are cutleaf and common teasel.

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Carolina geranium seeds.

Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 25

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The majority of Geraniaceae (Geranium family) plants present in Missouri are geraniums. There are at least five species known to occur in the state.

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Native Insect Pollinators and Their Habitats

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Bruce Barrett
Division of Plant Sciences

James Quinn
Regional Horticulture Specialist

Richard Houseman
formerly of Division of Plant Sciences

Damon Hall
School of Natural Resources

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Cover art for publication IPM1027

Best Management Practices for Nitrogen Fertilizer in Missouri

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Successful nitrogen management delivers enough nitrogen to crops to optimize yield and profitability while minimizing losses to water and air. Learn the best management practices from sound economic, production and environmental viewpoints in this guide.

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Radiation Fact Sheet

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Editor’s note
On 1/22/15, a web address was updated on this page and in the PDF.

Curt Emanuel
Extension Educator, Purdue University Cooperative Extension Service
Extension Disaster Education Network Radiological Education Team Member

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Pedestal fan.

Coping With Summer Heat

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The heat of a Missouri summer not only can make for high utility bills, but also can be deadly. Here are some tips to help keep you comfortable, healthy and penny-wise.

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Cover art for publication M403

Honey Bees as Pollinators, Their Habitats and Products

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Learn about the honey bee, from its life cycle, to its various races, to its pest problems, the benefits it provides, and how we can aid its success in this University of Missouri Extension guide. Become a Master Pollinator Steward!

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Conserving Missouri's Wild and Managed Pollinators

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Pollinators are critically important for natural ecosystems and crop production. Learn why pollinators are crucial, the major threats confronting them, conservation steps being taken, and how you can help in this University of Missouri Extension guide.

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Cover art for publication MP905

Squeezed by Rising Food Prices?

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Small changes in your shopping habits can mean saving money at the grocery store. Check for tips on this page that can work for you and your family.

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Cover art for publication GH6655

Challenges and Choices: Fit for Life

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Editor's note
This webpage contains updated contact information at the end of the So get moving section that is outdated in the PDF version.

Amy C. Sigman
Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition

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Collective Bargaining 2: Behavioral Factors Influencing Union Bargaining Power - Page 2

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Not all local unions approach the collective bargaining process from the same scope of institutional power, nor should they. Collective bargaining is not a ‘one size fits all’ undertaking. In some cases, a local may be responsible for all aspects of the bargaining process with the international union filling only an advisory, consultative or oversight function.

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Collective Bargaining 2: Behavioral Factors Influencing Union Bargaining Power - Page 5

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Membership support of and involvement in the bargaining process Membership support of and involvement in the bargaining process

Economic security and workplace representation are important goals of the union in the bargaining process.

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