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Common waterhemp seeds.

Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 04

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In Missouri the amaranths (pigweeds) make up the vast majority of plant genera that occur within this family.

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Cover art for publication G2531

An Automated Scraper System for Swine Confinement Facilities

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An automated scraper system reduces odor emissions in swine barns, lowers maintenance costs, and supports biogas production through efficient manure removal.​

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Cover art for publication WQ351

Composting Dead Swine

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Composting swine carcasses with organic matter offers a low-effort, biosecure way to meet Missouri's animal mortality disposal requirements.

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Cover art for publication IPM1023-36

Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 36

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About 270 species of Poaceae (Grass family), true grasses, are found in the state. Many species are economically important, including corn, wheat, sorghum, rye, fescue, oats, rice, barley and various millets.

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Hemp dogbane seeds.

Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 07

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The Dogbane family (Apocynaceae) has relatively few members that occur in Missouri.

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Columbine seeds.

Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 39

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Ranunculaceae (Buttercup family), a rather large group of plants, is best known for buttercups, of which there are nearly 20 species in Missouri. Clematis is another fairly common plant genus occurring in this family.

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Cover art for publication G9183

Phosphorus Best Management Practices for Biosolids and Other Organic Residuals

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Learn practices to manage phosphorus in biosolids, minimize environmental impact, and protect water quality using updated nutrient management strategies.

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Cover art for publication WQ213

Calibrating Manure Spreaders

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This guide provides practical steps to accurately calibrate manure spreaders, ensuring efficient nutrient application and environmental compliance.

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Late boneset seeds.

Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 10

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Asteraceae, the aster family is the largest and most diverse family of broadleaf plants in Missouri. Its members include various species of goldenrod, sunflower and thistle.

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Poorjoe seeds.

Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 42

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Rubiaceae (Madder family) is a large family of plants with about 600 genera; there are about eight genera present in Missouri. The genus Galium is the largest in this state with at least 11 species, including a common winter annual, catchweed bedstraw.

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Eastern black nightshade seeds.

Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 45

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​This page details common weed species in Missouri's nightshade family, including seed images with millimeter rulers for scale.​

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Field pennycress seeds.

Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 13

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Explore the Brassicaceae (Mustard) family, one of Missouri's largest plant groups, including common species like yellow rocket and wild mustard.

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Virginia creeper seeds.

Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 48

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Information about grape family weed seeds, including Virginia creeper and raccoon grape, with images and millimeter-scale references.

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Cover art for publication G2312

Artificial Insemination in Swine: Breeding the Female

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The use of artificial insemination in the U.S has skyrocketed. Visit our website to view our Artificial Insemination in Swine: Breeding the Female article.

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Managing Nitrogen to Protect Water Quality

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John Lory and Steve Cromley
Division of Plant Sciences

How is nitrogen lost from the soil?

Nitrogen is primarily lost by three pathways:

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Feverwort seed.

Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 16

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Caprifoliaceae (Honeysuckle family) includes several species of honeysuckle, viburnum and elderberry.

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Cover art for publication G1884

Odors From Livestock Operations: Causes and Possible Cures

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Reduce livestock odors by managing manure storage, application methods, and using buffers to minimize odor impact.

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Cover art for publication EQ327

Calibration of Lagoon Irrigating Equipment

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This publication provides guidelines for calibrating lagoon irrigation systems to ensure efficient nutrient application and prevent runoff.

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Cover art for publication G2324

Swine Diet Manipulation to Minimize Environmental Impacts

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Marcia Carlson
State extension swine nutrition specialist

Heather Wilt
Graduate research assistant in animal sciences

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Nutrients and Water Quality for Lakes and Streams

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John Lory and Steve Cromley
Division of Plant Sciences

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Pitted morningglory seeds.

Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 19

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Most of the members of Convolvulaceae (Morningglory family) are vining plants, including several common species of morningglories, bindweeds and the parasitic group of plants, dodders.

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Cover art for publication G2353

Antibiotics and Other Additives for Swine: Food Safety Considerations

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Learn about antibiotics and additives in swine production, their benefits for growth and feed efficiency, and best practices for safe and effective use.

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Cover art for publication G9333

Break-even Hauling Distance: Tractor-Pulled Manure Spreaders

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This publication guides livestock producers in calculating the maximum distance manure can be hauled using tractor-pulled spreaders without incurring additional costs.

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Common teasel seeds.

Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 22

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The only two members of Dipsacaceae (Teasel family) that are known to occur in Missouri are cutleaf and common teasel.

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Cover art for publication G2500

Care of Pigs From Farrowing to Weaning

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The most critical period in the life cycle of a pig is from birth to weaning. Visit our website to learn about the Care of Pigs From Farrowing to Weaning.

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