Preserve It Fresh, Preserve It Safe: 2019, No. 1 (January/February)
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Step-by-step tips for homemade yogurt: sanitize tools, control temperatures, and use just milk plus starter for safe, satisfying results.
Fire Service Hydraulics and Water Supply, Third Edition Manual
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This manual covers the basics of water and water flow, theoretical and practical methods of determining water flow and pressure loss, types of pumps and fire apparatus used to move water, relay pumping operations, fire pump testing, and effectively supplying sprinkler and standpipe systems. It also discusses recent research on updating friction loss coefficients for the modern fire hose.
Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 32
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Primrose is a common member of Onagraceae (Evening primrose family) with approximately 14 different species present in Missouri.
Herd Management for Disease Prevention
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This publication provides guidance on preventing disease in swine herds through biosecurity measures, sanitation, and immunization programs.
Heritability and Its Use in Animal Breeding
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Heritability has a large influence on livestock performance. Visit our website to learn about Heritability and Its Use in Animal Breeding.
Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 35
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Plantaginaceae (Plantain family), known collectively as plantains, has about 11 species in the state.
Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 03
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Other than carpetweed, only two species of plants in the family Aizoaceae are known to occur in relatively isolated locations in Missouri
Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 38
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Of 20 genera known within Portulacaceae (Purslane famiy), there are only three present in the state. Purslane is the most common among them.
Dust, Odor and Gas Control in Swine Finishing Barns Through Oil Sprinkling
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Sprinkling soybean oil in swine barns reduces dust, ammonia, and odors, improving air quality for workers and animals at a low cost per pig.
Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 06
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Apiaceae (Carron family), also known as the parsley family, is a large family that includes several herbal plants, such as caraway, dill and fennel. It also contains several toxic plants, such as poison hemlock and water hemlock.
Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 41
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Many of the members of Rosaceae (Rose family) are commonly grown as cultivated plants, including rose, apple, pear and strawberry. A notorious member, multiflora rose, is one of the state’s noxious weeds.
Managing Manure Phosphorus to Protect Water Quality
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This guide offers strategies to manage manure phosphorus, reducing runoff and protecting Missouri's water resources.
Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 09
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Explore the diverse milkweed species in Missouri, featuring detailed seed images with millimeter rulers for accurate size reference.
Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 44
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Of the nearly 280 genera of Scrophulariaceae (Figwort family), at least 25 are known to be in Missouri. The genera that contain mullein and speedwell are among the most common.
Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 12
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Boraginaceae (Borage family) also includes several nuisance plants known as “beggar’s lice” because their fruits readily attach to clothing and other articles.
Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 47
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Detailed information on the Verbenaceae family, including images of blue and hoary vervain seeds with millimeter scale references.
Land Application Considerations for Animal Manure
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Learn best practices for land applying animal manure to minimize nutrient loss, reduce pollution, and protect water quality.
Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 15
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Only a few members of Capparidaceae (Caper family), such as spider flower, occur in Missouri.
Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 18
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At least 18 different Chenopodium genera members, also known as lambsquarters, are present in Missouri. Kochia is also another important member of Chenopodiaceae (Goosefoot family).
Swine Care, Selection and Showmanship
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Guide for youth on swine projects: setting goals, selecting pigs, providing care, ensuring proper nutrition, and mastering showmanship techniques.
Generating Methane Gas From Manure
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Did you know that you can generate methane gas from manure? Visit our site to learn about Generating Methane Gas From Manure.
Strategies to Minimize Phosphorus Loss From Your Farm
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This guide discusses steps you can take to reduce phosphorus loss from your farm.
Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 21
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Missouri is home to more than 200 species of sedges (Cyperaceae). Agronomically, yellow nutsedge, Cyperus esculentus, is considered to be the most problematic in prevalence of this family of plants.