Maintaining Small Dams
Reviewed
Dams are a valuable asset. They usually impound water with little input from the owner, and problems that occur usually are minor.
Caucasian Bluestem
Reviewed
Setting Up a Used Latex Paint Collection Site
New
RegulatoryThis technical bulletin describes collection procedures and management options for latex paint only. Solvent-based paint requires very different management procedures. Review the entire bulletin before beginning the program.
Longe Line Training
Reviewed
Longeing is a procedure in which the horse travels in a large circle around the handler on a long strap or line.
Responding to Farm Accidents
Reviewed
Most rural and farm family members are aware of potential hazards on farms. But they may not always know what actions to take if they arrive first at a farm accident scene.
Unsoundness and Blemishes of Horses: Feet and Legs
Reviewed
Any abnormal deviation in the structure or action of a horse can render it partly or completely useless. Visit our website today to learn more.
Livestock Judging Techniques
Reviewed
Livestock judging consists of carefully analyzing animals against a common standard. Learn steps for success and get judging tips in this guide.
Vegetative Filters for Dairy Waste
New
A vegetative filter is a grassy area that receives rainfall runoff from an open livestock feedlot. The vegetative filter separates nutrients from the lot runoff and provides an infiltration area for the runoff water so that no discharge occurs.
Independent Contractor vs. Employee: Exploring the Categories
New
People who work for you can be employees or independent contractors, and you must correctly classify them to avoid IRS problems. Learn how to classify workers in this guide.
Fertilizer Management for No-Till Corn and Grain Sorghum in Missouri
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No-till farming will help preserve Missouri's erodible cropland. This publication should answer many of the questions facing crop producers and fertilizer suppliers regarding nutrient management in a continuous no-till production system.
Private Applicator Pesticide Training Study Guide
Revised
Editor's note
To be used in conjunction with Missouri Core Manual M87, Private Pesticide Applicator Reference Manual
Safe Storage and Handling of Grain
Reviewed
Storage and handling of large volumes of grain on Missouri farms is common. Increased storage capacities, larger and faster handling capacities and automation contribute to many potentially hazardous situations during the harvest and storage season. This guide sheet identifies many of them and suggests preventive measures that control or eliminate the hazardous exposure.
Storage Tanks for Liquid Dairy Waste
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Home Slaughtering and Processing of Beef
Reviewed
A beef animal selected for slaughter should be healthy and in thrifty condition. Visit our site to learn about home slaughtering and processing of beef.
Agricultural Hand Signals
Reviewed
Voice communications are impossible in certain agricultural situations due to distance and noise. For this reason, standard Agricultural Hand Signals have been developed for farm machinery operators by the American Society of Agricultural Engineers. Hand signals can prevent accidents and save time. Use them and teach others to use them.
Forages for Cattle: New Methods of Determining Energy Content and Evaluating Heat Damage
Reviewed
Improved system of forage analysisThe crude fiber method of feed analysis has been used for more than 100 years. Although this method was an important first attempt at determining the energy content of feeds, it has a number of shortcomings.