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A Guide to the Common Forages and Weeds of Pastures

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The following abstract describes a publication that is only available for purchase.

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Home Curing Bacon for a Mild Flavor

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Reviewed by Marcia Carlson Shannon
Department of Animal Sciences

Most people eat bacon because they like it, not for its nutritional value. Country-cured bacon is usually more salty and less desirable than commercially prepared bacon. This guide will outline procedures for curing bacon to get a mild flavor.

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Hurry Up and Wait: Replanting Decisions for Pastures During Drought

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Rob Kallenbach
Department of Agronomy

Craig Roberts
Department of Agronomy

Drought typically causes Missouri cattlemen to be concerned about their pastures. These concerns can turn to thoughts of replanting, but such plans may be premature.

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Biosecurity for Today’s Swine Operation

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Disease control is one of the most challenging areas for producers in swine production. Visit our site to learn about Biosecurity for Today’s Swine Operation.

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Managing Purchased Feeder Pigs

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Learn how to reduce stress and improve performance in feeder pigs through proper buying, handling, and management practices from purchase to market.

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Various sized home canned products.

In a Pinch: Food Yields, Page 2

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Learn the weight and volume of common can sizes, as well as what products they are typically used for when preserving foods.

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Cleaning Stovepipes and Chimneys

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Chimneys need cleaning to reduce the possibility of a chimney fire. Visit our site to learn about Cleaning Stovepipes and Chimneys.

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Using and Storing Honey

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Honey is a versatile sweetener for baking, cooking, and beverages, and it stores best in a cool, dry place to prevent crystallization.​

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Measuring cup.

In a Pinch: Food Yields, Page 5

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There are four quarts in a gallon, but how many tablespoons are there in a cup? This guide identifies various equivalent measures of use in the kitchen.

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In a Pinch: Food Yields

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Quickly estimate ingredient conversions with this practical food yield chart—ideal for cooking, meal planning, or grocery shopping.

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Wood Stove Maintenance and Operation

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Many problems that arise with a stove are the direct result of incomplete combustion. Visit our site to learn about Wood Stove Maintenance and Operation.

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Using and Storing All-Purpose Flour

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Learn how to measure, store, and use all-purpose flour safely, plus tips for extending shelf life and recipes for rolls and biscuit mix.

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Publication cover.

In a Pinch: Food Yields, Page 3

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If your treasured family recipe describes oven temperatures as slow, moderate or hot, this quick reference chart will help you decide what temperature to set your oven.

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Spices.

In a Pinch: Ingredient Substitution

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Out of a certain ingredient a recipe calls for? Find out what items you might have on hand can serve as a substitute.

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Storing Food in the Cupboard

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Reviewed by Leslie Bertsch
Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health

Londa Nwadike
State Specialist in Food Safety

Knowing how to properly store food and how long it will keep means less food dollars wasted and ensures food will look and taste good when used. Retaining a food's original nutrients and knowing that it is safe to eat are important.

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Home Storage of Fruits and Vegetables in Root Cellars

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Reviewed by Leslie Bertsch
Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health

Use this chart as a quick reference. For more detailed information about constructing and using a root cellar, check the references listed.

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Wood stove with the phrase "heating with wood."

Chimneys for Wood Stoves

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All wood-burning stoves need a well-constructed chimney to maximize efficiency and minimize danger. Visit our site to learn about chimneys for wood stoves.

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Baked goods in various sized pans.

In a Pinch: Food Yields, Page 4

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Learn how much batter various sized and shaped baking pans can hold.

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Wood Fuel for Heating

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Increasing energy costs have resulted in resurgence in the use of wood for home heating. Visit our site to learn more about Wood Fuel for Heating.

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Frozen vegetables stacked neatly in a freezer.

Quality for Keeps: Freezer Problem Solver

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Provides guidance on managing freezer issues, including power outages, refreezing safety, and common freezing questions.

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Open refrigerator full of food.

Storing Food in the Refrigerator

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Reviewed by Leslie Bertsch
Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health

Londa Nwadike
State Specialist in Food Safety

Food costs money, so keeping the quality of the food you buy just makes good sense. Knowing how to properly store food and how long to keep it brings many benefits.

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Selecting Landscape Plants: Ornamental Vines

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Enhance your landscape with ornamental vines that provide privacy, soften structures, and add seasonal interest. Learn selection, support, and care tips.

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Planning for an Aquaculture Business in Missouri

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Learn how to start and manage aquaculture businesses in Missouri, including system types, species selection, and water quality tips.

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Asian Chestnut Gall Wasp

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Home Fruit Production: Apples

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Grow beautiful, flavorful, blemish-free apples in your backyard in the Midwest by following these tips for selecting a cultivar or rootstock; locating and preparing the planting site; pruning, fertilizing, watering and spraying through the growing season.

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