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Managing Manure Phosphorus to Protect Water Quality

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This guide offers strategies to manage manure phosphorus, reducing runoff and protecting Missouri's water resources.​

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Annual sowthistle seeds.

Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 09

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Explore the diverse milkweed species in Missouri, featuring detailed seed images with millimeter rulers for accurate size reference.

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Corn gromwell seeds.

Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 12

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Boraginaceae (Borage family) also includes several nuisance plants known as “beggar’s lice” because their fruits readily attach to clothing and other articles.

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Moth mullein seeds.

Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 44

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Of the nearly 280 genera of Scrophulariaceae (Figwort family), at least 25 are known to be in Missouri. The genera that contain mullein and speedwell are among the most common.

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Roughseed clammyweed seeds.

Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 15

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Only a few members of Capparidaceae (Caper family), such as spider flower, occur in Missouri.

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Hoary vervain seeds.

Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 47

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Detailed information on the Verbenaceae family, including images of blue and hoary vervain seeds with millimeter scale references.​

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Russian thistle seeds.

Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 18

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At least 18 different Chenopodium genera members, also known as lambsquarters, are present in Missouri. Kochia is also another important member of Chenopodiaceae (Goosefoot family).

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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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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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Strategies to Minimize Phosphorus Loss From Your Farm

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This guide discusses steps you can take to reduce phosphorus loss from your farm.

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Native Insect Pollinators and Their Habitats

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Bruce Barrett
Division of Plant Sciences

James Quinn
Regional Horticulture Specialist

Richard Houseman
formerly of Division of Plant Sciences

Damon Hall
School of Natural Resources

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Best Management Practices for Nitrogen Fertilizer in Missouri

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Learn how to manage nitrogen fertilizer in crops to boost yields, reduce losses, and enhance environmental outcomes through best practices.

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Radiation Fact Sheet

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Explains types of radiation—alpha, beta, gamma, neutron—their sources, health effects, and ways to reduce exposure.​

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Honey Bees as Pollinators, Their Habitats and Products

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Learn about the honey bee, from its life cycle, to its various races, to its pest problems, the benefits it provides, and how we can aid its success in this University of Missouri Extension guide. Become a Master Pollinator Steward!

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Squeezed by Rising Food Prices?

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Small changes in your shopping habits can mean saving money at the grocery store. Check for tips on this page that can work for you and your family.

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Conserving Missouri's Wild and Managed Pollinators

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Pollinators are critically important for natural ecosystems and crop production. Learn why pollinators are crucial, the major threats confronting them, conservation steps being taken, and how you can help in this University of Missouri Extension guide.

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Challenges and Choices: Fit for Life

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Practical tips to boost energy and health by adding fruits and vegetables to meals, snacks, and busy lifestyles.​

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Preserve It Fresh, Preserve It Safe: 2018, No. 4 (July/August)

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Discover the Seasonal and Simple app, your guide to selecting, preparing, and enjoying fresh, in-season produce with ease.

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Collective Bargaining 2: Behavioral Factors Influencing Union Bargaining Power

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Explore behavioral factors that influence union bargaining power, including solidarity, organizational dynamics, and member engagement strategies.​

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Collective Bargaining 2: Behavioral Factors Influencing Union Bargaining Power - Page 4

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Strategic and tactical planning Strategic and tactical planning

One method for taking advantage of both the common and diverse interests of the membership of a local union is to approach bargaining as one aspect of a broader process of stra

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Collective Bargaining 2: Behavioral Factors Influencing Union Bargaining Power - Page 2

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Not all local unions approach the collective bargaining process from the same scope of institutional power, nor should they. Collective bargaining is not a ‘one size fits all’ undertaking. In some cases, a local may be responsible for all aspects of the bargaining process with the international union filling only an advisory, consultative or oversight function.

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Membership support of and involvement in the bargaining process Membership support of and involvement in the bargaining process

Economic security and workplace representation are important goals of the union in the bargaining process.

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Collective Bargaining 2: Behavioral Factors Influencing Union Bargaining Power - Page 3

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Organizational behavior Organizational behavior

When individuals are brought together in any social setting, they may collectively evolve into one of several forms of social organization.

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Building an effective bargaining committee Building an effective bargaining committee

The primary factors for the determination of who will serve on the bargaining committee are the constitution and by-laws of the orga

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Tree Pests: Emerald Ash Borer

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Emerald ash borer is an invasive, wood-boring insect that infests and kills ash trees. Learn the signs, symptoms and management and how to slow the spread.

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