Missouri’s Third Class County Budget Trend Analysis
Revised
Use this workbook to analyze fiscal trends in Missouri counties as well as carry out studies on budget, fiscal trends, and performance to identify needed actions. Compare past performance to set standards to gauge them alongside each other as well.
Rapid Intervention Teams, Second Edition Manual
New $61.97 to $72.90
This manual presents the purpose of a rapid intervention team (RIT) program and how to implement one in an emergency response organization. It serves as a guide to the regulations and standards that apply to RIT including information from NFPA 1407 related to training and operational concepts.
Live Fire Training Principles and Practice, Second Edition Manual
New $110
This manual provides a definitive guide on how to ensure safe and realistic live fire training for both students and instructors. It addresses all the requirements for NFPA 1403, Standard on Live Fire Training Evolutions, 2018 Edition.
Fire Service Hydraulics and Water Supply, Third Edition Manual
New $84.15 to $99
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 47
Reviewed
Detailed information on the Verbenaceae family, including images of blue and hoary vervain seeds with millimeter scale references.
Reduce Environmental Problems With Proper Land Application of Animal Manure
Reviewed
Learn how to manage livestock manure to enhance soil health, reduce fertilizer costs, and protect water quality through proper application practices.
Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 15
Reviewed
Only a few members of Capparidaceae (Caper family), such as spider flower, occur in Missouri.
Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 18
Reviewed
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).
Gases and Odors From Swine Wastes
Reviewed
Gases from swine waste, such as ammonia and hydrogen sulfide, can impact air quality and health in confinement facilities.
Strategies to Minimize Phosphorus Loss From Your Farm
Reviewed
This guide discusses steps you can take to reduce phosphorus loss from your farm.
Laboratory Analysis of Manure
Reviewed
Laboratory analysis of manure determines nutrient levels—nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium—and moisture content for effective fertilizer use.
Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 21
Reviewed
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.
Infectious Causes of Infertility in Sows
Reviewed
This webpage discusses infectious causes of infertility in sows, including bacterial infections, their impact on reproduction, and preventive measures.
Hog Manure and Domestic Wastewater Management Objectives
Reviewed
The objective of this publication is to identify the differences and similarities between managing municipal wastewater and managing the manure from grow-finish pig systems.
Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 24
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Fabaceae (Pea family), the legume family, is one of the largest groups of broadleaf plants. Common members include clovers and various beans and peas.
Manure Management in Hoop Structures
Reviewed
Learn how to manage manure in swine hoop barns with proper bedding, handling methods, and solid manure storage practices.
Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 27
Reviewed
Common members of Lamiaceae (Mint family) not shown in this guide are henbit and purple deadnettle, which are two of the most prevalent winter annuals in Missouri.
Forages for Swine
Reviewed
It is still possible to use large amounts of forage with the breeding herd. Visit our site to learn about using Forages for Swine.
Introduction to Crop Scouting
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Editor's note
The following abstract describes a publication that is available only as a downloadable PDF.
Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 30
Reviewed
Devil’s-claw, also known as unicorn plant, is the only known species of Martyniaceae (Unicorn-plant family) to be present in Missouri.
Purchasing a Herd Boar for Commercial Swine Production
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Selecting the right herd boar is crucial for enhancing genetics in commercial swine production. This guide outlines key steps for successful boar acquisition.
Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 33
Reviewed
Although about 18 genera of Passifloraceae (Passionflower family) are known, only one genus is known to be present in Missouri.
Herd Management for Disease Prevention
Reviewed
This publication provides guidance on preventing disease in swine herds through biosecurity measures, sanitation, and immunization programs.