

Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 30
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Devil’s-claw, also known as unicorn plant, is the only known species of Martyniaceae (Unicorn-plant family) to be present in Missouri.

Herd Health Programs for Swine Seedstock Production
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This guide outlines good health practices for a seedstock swine herd. Preventive practices are emphasized. Specifics vary from herd to herd and are too individualized to address in this guide. Specifics should be worked out with the herd's veterinarian.

Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 33
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Although about 18 genera of Passifloraceae (Passionflower family) are known, only one genus is known to be present in Missouri.

Pesticide Storage
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Learn guidelines to ensure the safe and environmentally friendly storage of pesticides.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 07
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The Dogbane family (Apocynaceae) has relatively few members that occur in Missouri.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Managing Nitrogen to Protect Water Quality
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How is nitrogen lost from the soil?Nitrogen is primarily lost by three pathways:

Missouri Weed Seeds, Page 16
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Caprifoliaceae (Honeysuckle family) includes several species of honeysuckle, viburnum and elderberry.

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.

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.


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.