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Preserve It Fresh, Preserve It Safe: 2026, No. 4 (July/August)
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Learn the facts behind common home canning myths and how to safely preserve your food. This issue covers home canning practices, including proper tomato preservation, and discover tips for foraging, handling, preparing, and preserving wild foods.
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Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology of the Cow
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The ability of a cow or heifer to successfully mate, conceive, give birth, and raise a healthy calf each year is essential for profitable and sustainable beef production. A good understanding of anatomy and physiology of both the male and female is helpful in successfully managing reproduction.
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Facilities for Artificial Insemination of Beef Cattle
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Access to functional artificial insemination (AI) facilities is a challenge for beef cattle producers. Learn what to look for in an AI facility and view a list of portable breeding barns available through University of Missouri Extension.
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Nutritional Management of Developing Heifers: Intensive Versus Extensive Systems
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This publication aims to provide insight on prudent nutritional management of developing heifers while discussing the pros and cons of various heifer development systems.
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Guide to Estrus Synchronization Products
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Several protocols and other resources allow beef producers to effectively synchronize estrus and ovulation in the herd. Read this guide for an overview of the function, handling considerations, and proper administration of estrus synchronization products.
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Detection of Estrus in Beef Cattle Herds
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Correctly detecting cows and heifers in estrus can be critical for beef producers. Learn behavioral and physiological changes that indicate standing heat, how to use estrus detection aids and how to time artificial insemination in this MU Extension guide.
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Production Records for Commercial Cow-Calf Operations
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Track key metrics like breeding, calving, and weaning to enhance cow-calf herd productivity and profitability through effective record-keeping.
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Separation Distances for Livestock Manure Management Systems
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Separation distances for manure storage and land application help protect water quality by minimizing contamination risks from livestock operations.
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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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All-Weather Concrete Stock Tank
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Learn how to build an all-weather concrete stock tank, with measured and detailed plans.
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Generating Methane Gas From Manure
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Did you know that you can generate methane gas from manure? Visit our site to learn about Generating Methane Gas From Manure.
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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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Blueberry Planning Budget
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Use this enterprise budget to estimate the on-farm costs and returns from growing blueberries in a u-pick commercial operation in Missouri.
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Supporting Early Communication and Literacy Skills in Infants and Toddlers
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Early literacy starts at birth and develops through everyday interactions like talking, reading, singing, and play. The article explains how responsive “serve-and-return” communication builds early language, brain development, and future reading skills, and shares simple ways caregivers can support learning during daily routines, along with helpful community resources.
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Fall Armyworm in Missouri Pastures
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This publication describes the biology and ecology of fall armyworm in Missouri pastures, as well as scouting and management techniques.
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Helping Children Stay Out of Parental Conflict
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Parental conflict is common, but involving children can make them feel caught in the middle and increase stress, anxiety, and behavior problems. The article highlights how triangulation happens and offers ways parents can protect children by setting boundaries, avoiding pulling them into disagreements, and providing reassurance and emotional support.
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Show Me Simple and Healthy Recipes — Cheesy Enchilada Stack (Bundle of 25)
Reviewed $10
Editor's note
The following abstract describes a publication that is available as a downloadable PDF. It is also available printed as part of the NC1 Show Me Simple and Healthy Recipes set. Questions? Contact Jo Britt-Rankin.
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Show Me Simple and Healthy Recipes — Chocolate Peanut Butter Parfaits (Bundle of 25)
Reviewed $10
This publication offers a simple, healthy dessert recipe featuring chocolate pudding, peanut butter, whipped topping, and milk.
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Show Me Simple and Healthy Recipes — Sauteed Kohlrabi (Bundle of 25)
Reviewed $10
Editor's note
The following abstract describes a publication that is available as a downloadable PDF. It is also available printed as part of the NC1 Show Me Simple and Healthy Recipes set. Questions? Contact Jo Britt-Rankin.
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Show Me Simple and Healthy Recipes — Tropical Carrot, Pineapple and Raisin Salad (Bundle of 25)
Reviewed $10
Editor's note
The following abstract describes a publication that is available as a downloadable PDF. It is also available printed as part of the NC1 Show Me Simple and Healthy Recipes set. Questions? Contact Jo Britt-Rankin.
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Show Me Simple and Healthy Recipes — Light Pumpkin Pie (Bundle of 25)
Reviewed $10
Editor's note
The following abstract describes a publication that is available as a downloadable PDF. It is also available printed as part of the NC1 Show Me Simple and Healthy Recipes set. Questions? Contact Jo Britt-Rankin.
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Show Me Simple and Healthy Recipes — Black Bean Tacos (Bundle of 25)
Reviewed $10
Editor's note
The following abstract describes a publication that is available as a downloadable PDF. It is also available printed as part of the NC1 Show Me Simple and Healthy Recipes set. Questions? Contact Jo Britt-Rankin.
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Show Me Simple and Healthy Recipes — Cabbage Comfort (Bundle of 25)
Reviewed $10
Editor's note
The following abstract describes a publication that is available as a downloadable PDF. It is also available printed as part of the NC1 Show Me Simple and Healthy Recipes set. Questions? Contact Jo Britt-Rankin.
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Show Me Simple and Healthy Recipes — Toad in the Hole (Bundle of 25)
Reviewed $10
Simple, low-cost recipe featuring whole-wheat bread and egg, ready in 15 minutes. Includes nutrition info and food safety tips.
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Show Me Simple and Healthy Recipes — Cheesy Tex-Mex Bean Dip (Bundle of 25)
Reviewed $10
A quick, nutritious recipe for a Cheesy Tex-Mex Bean Dip, featuring black beans, salsa, onion, cheese, and garlic powder.