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Preserve It Fresh, Preserve It Safe: 2018, No. 6 (November/December)
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Tips for stress-free holiday food-prep and gifting: Gift dry cake and bread mixes layered in jars. Label home canned food gifts for safety. Prepare and freeze foods for dinner ahead of time. Learn more in this University of Missouri Extension newsletter.
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Agricultural Phosphorus and Water Quality
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This guide demonstrates the complexities of reducing losses of phosphorus from agricultural land and the range of options available to help reach water quality goals.
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Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 08
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The two most prevalent members of the arum family (Araceae) are jack-in-the-pulpit and the closely related green dragon, both found throughout the state.
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Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 43
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Sapindaceae (Soapberry family) has only two genera present in the state and is not common, although there are about 140 members worldwide.
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Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 11
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Besides trumpetcreeper, there are few species of catalpa that are present in this family (Bignoniaceae) in Missouri.
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Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 46
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Information about the Urticaceae (nettle) family, focusing on Laportea canadensis (wood nettle) and Parietaria pensylvanica (pellitory).
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Reduce Environmental Problems With Proper Land Application of Animal Manure
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Learn how to manage livestock manure to enhance soil health, reduce fertilizer costs, and protect water quality through proper application practices.
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Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 14
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Other than hops, Cannabaceae (Mulberry family) includes mulberry, Osage orange and hemp.
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Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 49
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information on the Zygophyllaceae (Caltrop family), focusing on puncturevine (Tribulus terrestris), a common species in Missouri.
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Gases and Odors From Swine Wastes
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Gases from swine waste, such as ammonia and hydrogen sulfide, can impact air quality and health in confinement facilities.
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Laboratory Analysis of Manure
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Laboratory analysis of manure determines nutrient levels—nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium—and moisture content for effective fertilizer use.
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Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 17
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At least 14 species of “chickweed” and several species of sleepy catchfly make up the majority of Caryophyllaceae (Pink family) in Missouri.
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Missouri Frost/Freeze Probabilities Guide
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Where in Missouri you live can make a big difference on when to expect your first or last frost. See this guide for probabilities based on past years.
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Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 20
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Cucurbitaceae (Gourd family): Cucurbits include cultivated plants, such as gourd, squash and cucumber.
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Infectious Causes of Infertility in Sows
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This webpage discusses infectious causes of infertility in sows, including bacterial infections, their impact on reproduction, and preventive measures.
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Optimizing Fertilizer Value of Manure from Slurry Hog Finishing Operations
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See recommendations for applying manure on corn, soybeans or fescue. Learn how to maximize slurry manure’s value and assess its storage and application cost.
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Hog Manure and Domestic Wastewater Management Objectives
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The objective of this publication is to identify the differences and similarities between managing municipal wastewater and managing the manure from grow-finish pig systems.
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Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 23
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Most of the plants from Euphorbiaceae (Spurge family) present in Missouri are spurges, which include about 20 different species.
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Manure Management in Hoop Structures
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Learn how to manage manure in swine hoop barns with proper bedding, handling methods, and solid manure storage practices.
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Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 26
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More than 20 species of Juncaceae (Rush family) occur in Missouri. Rushes are not true grasses or sedges. Determining individual species of rushes by plant characteristics is nearly impossible.
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Forages for Swine
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It is still possible to use large amounts of forage with the breeding herd. Visit our site to learn about using Forages for Swine.
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Purchasing a Herd Boar for Commercial Swine Production
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Selecting the right herd boar is crucial for enhancing genetics in commercial swine production. This guide outlines key steps for successful boar acquisition.
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Measuring Manure Spreader Uniformity
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Learn how to test and adjust manure spreader overlap to ensure even nutrient application and improve crop growth across your fields.
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Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 29
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Several species of Malvaceae (Mallow family) are among the most common broadleaf weeds in Missouri. These include velvetleaf and prickly sida. Cotton is also a member of this family.
