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Carpenter Bees

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Learn how to use cover crops for grazing in Missouri, including species selection, management tips, and economic considerations.​

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Household Flies

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Household flies can pose health risks. Identifying and controlling species like house, fruit, and phorid flies helps reduce infestations.

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FNEP Agency Flyer (Bundle of 25)

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Free, healthy eating classes help low-income Missourians build lifelong skills for better nutrition, physical activity, food safety and overall health.

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Canned Corn, Green Beans, and Other Low-Acid Foods

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Explore food safety risks, LACF regulations, and botulism prevention for canned corn, green beans, carrots, peas, potatoes, and other low-acid foods.

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Seeding Rates, Dates and Depths for Common Missouri Forages

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This guide provides recommended seeding rates, planting depths, and optimal planting dates for common Missouri forages.

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Preserve It Fresh, Preserve It Safe: 2026, No. 5 (September/October)

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Be prepared for power outages with simple tips for keeping food safe, building a three-day emergency pantry, and cooking without electricity. Plus, discover food preservation resources to help you make the most of your garden harvest.

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How to Can Meat, Fish and Poultry

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Learn safe, research-based methods for canning meat, fish, and poultry using pressure canning to prevent foodborne illnesses.

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How to Can Fresh Tomato Products

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​Learn safe home canning of tomatoes, including acidification, packing methods, and processing times, to prevent botulism and preserve quality.​

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Freezing Basics

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Learn how to freeze food safely, preserve flavor and texture, and avoid common mistakes for better long-term storage.

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How to Freeze Meat, Poultry, Fish, Eggs and Dairy Products

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Freezing is an excellent method of preserving animal products. Follow these basic guidelines for simple, effective and safe freezing of meat, poultry, fish, eggs and dairy products.

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Introduction to Food Dehydration

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Dehydration is one of the oldest methods of food preservation, though methods for drying food have become sophisticated over time. Learn the benefits and methods of dehydrating foods and how to select an electric dehydrator.

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How to Can Pickled Products

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Learn safe methods for canning pickled fruits and vegetables, including processing techniques and ingredient guidelines to prevent spoilage.​

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How to Freeze Fruits

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Learn how to freeze fruits effectively, including tips on preparation, preventing darkening, and approximate yields for various fruits.​

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How to Freeze Home-Prepared Foods

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Learn to safely freeze home-cooked meals, reduce waste, and reheat dishes with ease using proper packaging and storage methods.

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How to Dehydrate Foods

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Learn how to dehydrate fruits and vegetables safely with tips on preparation, pretreatment, and storage for longer-lasting, quality results.

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How to Can Fresh Fruit

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Did you know there's more than one way to can fresh fruit? Learn the options and what they mean for your final color and taste.

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How to Can Sweet Spreads

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​Learn to safely prepare and preserve homemade jellies, jams, and fruit butters using tested canning techniques and proper ingredient ratios.

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How to Freeze Vegetables

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From blanching, cooling and freezing to thawing and using, learn how to safely freeze vegetables — asparagus, beans, broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, celery, corn, herbs, onions, peas, peppers, potatoes, tomatoes and more.

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Freezer Problem Solver

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Provides guidance on managing freezer issues, including power outages, refreezing safety, and common freezing questions.

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How to Use Dehydrated Foods

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Learn how to rehydrate and cook dehydrated fruits and vegetables for use in soups, casseroles, and baked goods.

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Elderberry Jam and Jelly

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Get food safety guidance for elderberry jam and jelly on botulism prevention, acidification, refrigeration, process validation, Missouri requirements, etc.

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Garlic-Infused Oil

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Get food safety guidance for garlic-infused oil, including botulism prevention, acidification, refrigeration, process validation and Missouri requirements.

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Effect of Extending CIDR Treatment in 7-Day Estrous Synchronization Programs

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Understanding the consequences of leaving CIDRs in place for an additional day or two can help producers make informed management decisions.

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Step by Step Successful Home Canning

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Learn safe, research-based home canning methods for preserving seasonal produce, including proper equipment, processing times, and techniques.

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How to Can Fresh Vegetables

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Learn to safely can fresh vegetables in this research-based guide. Recommended pressure canner process times are provided.

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