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Cover art for publication EQ681

Reducing the Risk of Groundwater Contamination by Improving Animal Manure Management

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Protect groundwater quality with effective manure management practices, focusing on proper collection, storage, and land application techniques.​

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Nitrate and Water

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Nitrates in water can harm livestock and infants; this guide explains sources, risks, and prevention strategies.

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Cover art for publication M182

Dairy Grazing: Growth of Pasture Plants

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This publication offers insights into plant physiology and morphology, emphasizing their impact on grazing management.

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Cover art for publication SX1013

Profitable Poultry: Raising Birds on Pasture

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Learn how to raise chickens and turkeys using pens, movable fencing and pastures, and get some original ideas on marketing poultry products.

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Cover art for publication EQ679

Reducing the Risk of Groundwater Contamination by Improving Hazardous Waste Management

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Learn safe practices for managing hazardous materials on farms to protect drinking water and comply with environmental regulations.

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Cover art for publication WQ180

Community watershed management organizational structure styles

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Explore three organizational styles for community watershed management, offering guidelines to select the best approach for your situation.

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Strip-Grazing Milo as a Low-Cost Winter Forage

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Learn how to utilize strip-grazing milo as a cost-effective winter forage option for livestock, reducing feed expenses and enhancing pasture management.

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Cover art for publication EQ677

Reducing the Risk of Groundwater Contamination by Improving Fertilizer Storage and Handling

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If stored safely in a secure location, fertilizers pose little danger to groundwater.

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Cover art for publication EQ23

Groundwater Quality

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Learn how groundwater contamination happens, its effects on drinking water, and ways to protect this vital natural resource from pollution.

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Cover art for publication PA100

Asian Chestnut Gall Wasp

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Learn about the gall wasp, its distribution and possible damage to trees.

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Cover art for publication MX399

Turfgrass Weed Control for Professionals

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This guide provides weed identification and control information that turfgrass professionals can use to develop effective weed control programs.

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Cover art for publication EQ421

State and EPA Regulations for Domestic Wastewater Sludge and Biosolids

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Learn about Missouri and federal regulations for use and disposal of domestic wastewater sludge and biosolids in this guide.

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Cover art for publication G6756

Turfgrass Disease Control

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Turfgrass disease is one of the serious reasons for injury and death to grasses. An accurate diagnosis of the problem is essential to any control program.

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Cover art for publication XR1

Ice and Freeze Damage to Ornamental and Fruit Trees: Implications and Remediation

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Learn how ice and freeze events affect fruit and ornamental trees in the Midwest, with tips on identifying damage and supporting recovery.

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Cover art for publication EQ101

Understanding Your Water Test Report

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This guide helps private well owners interpret water test results, identify potential contaminants, and determine appropriate treatment options.

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Cover art for publication G302

Custom Rates for Farm Services in Missouri

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Get custom service rates for fieldwork, planting, fertilizer, crop harvesting, hauling and heavy equipment activities from a survey of farmers, agribusinesses and contractors.

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Cover art for publication G6972

Budding

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Budding is a grafting technique where a single bud is inserted into a plant stock, used to propagate fruit trees and ornamental plants. The best time is fall.

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Cover art for publication G6825

Growing Azaleas and Rhododendrons

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Discover essential tips for selecting, planting, and caring for azaleas and rhododendrons in Missouri's challenging climate.

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Cover art for publication IPM1011

Watermelon Bacterial Fruit Blotch

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Bacterial fruit blotch causes dark green blotches on watermelons, leading to rind rupture and decay; manage with clean seeds and sanitation.​

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Cover art for publication MP737

Garden 'n Grow: Leader Handbook

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The Garden ’n Grow Leader Handbook is designed to be used as curriculum for the Missouri Garden ’n Grow Program.

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A cupped melon leaf covered with aphids.

High Tunnel Melon and Watermelon Production, Page 03

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Melon aphids congregate on lower leaf surfaces and cause cupping of the leaves

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Cover art for publication G6958

Grass Clippings, Compost and Mulch: Questions and Answers

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Yard waste is valuable landscape resource. Visit our site for our Grass Clippings, Compost and Mulch: Questions and Answers resource.

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Powdery mildew on watermelon leaf.

High Tunnel Melon and Watermelon Production, Page 06

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The dry, humid and dense plant growth within a high tunnel is optimal for development of powdery mildew.

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Whitefly.

High Tunnel Melon and Watermelon Production, Page 09

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Whiteflies are small, soft-bodied insects with wings covered with white, powdery wax that damage plants by sucking the sap and transmitting harmful viruses.

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Selecting Landscape Plants: Uncommon Trees for Specimen Plantings

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Check out some uncommon landscape trees that have a good chance for survival in the Missouri climate.

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