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Assisting the Beef Cow at Calving Time
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Six to 10 percent of all calves born in beef cow herds in the U.S. die at or soon after birth. About half of those deaths are due to calving difficulty (dystocia). The purpose of this guide is to acquaint cattle producers with calving management principles that will help minimize calf loss in their herds.
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MyPlate Poster
Revised $34
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Adding Value in Agriculture, Food and Forestry
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See 7 ways to add value to farm commodities or products, and learn how to turn a value-added agriculture idea into a business that can increase farm income.
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Fruit Bingo Cards
Revised $13
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The following abstract describes a publication that is only available for purchase.
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Livestock Gross Margin (LGM) Insurance
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LGM insurance helps producers manage risk by guaranteeing a minimum gross margin. Learn how it works, and see cattle, swine and dairy examples in this guide.
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Five Phases of Management Transition During Family Farm Succession
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Use a gradual process to transition farm management responsibilities from one generation to the next to improve the odds of keeping your farm in the family. This 5- phase process asks multiple generations to set goals, timelines and evaluation milestones.
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Controlling House Mice
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Learn to identify signs of house mouse infestations and implement effective control methods, including sanitation, exclusion, and trapping.
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Managing Missouri Fish Ponds During an Extended Drought
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Managing fish ponds during drought requires addressing reduced water levels, fish stress, and oxygen depletion.
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Crop Insurance in Missouri
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Learn four types of crop insurance that can manage corn, soybean and other row crop risk. Read about units you can insure and the premium cost for a policy.
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MyActivity Log for Kids (Bundle of 25)
New $15.50
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MyActivity Pyramid for Kids (Bundle of 25)
Revised $12
Encourage kids to be active daily with fun ideas for aerobic, muscle-strengthening, and lifestyle activities—plus tips to reduce screen time.
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MyPlate for Adults — What's on Your Plate? (Bundle of 25)
Revised $12
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Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Cards
New $25
Editor’s note
The following abstract describes a publication that is only available for purchase.
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Establishing and Managing Cover Crops in Missouri for Wildlife and Pollinator Benefits
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Learn how to establish and manage cover crops in Missouri to improve soil, attract wildlife, and support pollinators year-round.
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Introduction to Local Food Systems
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Learn how to create rural and urban local food systems that are profitable and sustainable, connect farms to consumers and support the community and economy.
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Preserve It Fresh, Preserve It Safe: 2022, No. 5 (September/October)
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Learn how to safely store canned goods and dry apples at home with research-backed tips for quality and food safety.
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Dairy Grazing: Selecting the Right Forage, Page 12
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Explore tips on selecting and managing bermudagrass for dairy grazing. Learn about its growth habits, yield, and care for optimal forage production.
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Dairy Grazing: Selecting the Right Forage
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Dairy grazing publication series
This publication is one in a series about operating and managing a pasture-based dairy. Although these publications often refer to conditions in Missouri, many of the principles and concepts described may apply to operations throughout the United States.
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Dairy Grazing: Selecting the Right Forage, Page 15
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Crabgrass is a high-quality, warm-season forage that thrives in various conditions, offering valuable nutrition for livestock.
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Dairy Grazing: Selecting the Right Forage, Page 18
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Learn about Old World bluestems, such as Caucasian bluestem, their characteristics, adaptation, and management practices for optimal forage production.
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Dairy Grazing: Selecting the Right Forage, Page 21
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Switchgrass is a hardy, warm-season grass ideal for pastures and hay. It thrives in Missouri soils and provides quality grazing when managed properly.
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Dairy Grazing: Selecting the Right Forage, Page 24
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Annual lespedeza is a pasture legume providing high-quality forage in midsummer, thriving on infertile soils, and not causing bloat in cattle.
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Big Bluestem, Indiangrass and Switchgrass
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Big Bluestem, Indiangrass and Switchgrass have been reintroduced successfully across Missouri. Visit our website today to learn more.
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Dairy Grazing: Selecting the Right Forage, Page 27
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Learn about Hairy Vetch, a winter annual legume used for spring pasture and silage. Discover its growth habits, benefits, and best practices for grazing.