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Slow the spread of ALB
We must remain vigilant so we can eradicate any infestations should they occur. Transporting firewood or other wood materials from an infested area can spread ALB. So, the same common sense practices for slowing the spread of emerald ash borer and thousand cankers disease apply to ALB, namely:
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Tree Pests: Thousand Cankers Disease
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Introduction
Although not yet detected here, thousand cankers disease (TCD) is a potentially fatal disease of black walnut, caused by the walnut twig beetle (Pityophthorus juglandis) and an associated fungus (Geosmithia morbida).
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TCD management
Controls for TCD have not yet been identified and their development will require better understanding of the biology of the walnut twig beetle and the canker-producing fungus. Because of the extended period when adult beetles are active, insecticide spray applications will likely have limited effectiveness.
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Now is the time to look for TCD symptoms
Although not detected in Missouri, TCD could easily get here on infested walnut wood used for woodworking or firewood from western or eastern states where TCD has been confirmed. Late July and early August is the best time to watch for possible symptoms of TCD.
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Where ALB has been found
As of May 2014, there are active ALB infestations in Massachusetts, New York and Ohio. There are no known populations in Missouri.
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Before you report a possible ALB find
Many native, less serious borers attack hardwood trees and do not need to be reported. Consult the ALB signs and symptoms. Early detection of ALB infestations and rapid treatment response are critical to successful eradication of this beetle.
If you find a suspect beetle in Missouri:
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TCD signs and symptoms Identify tree as a walnut
TCD only affects walnut species. In Missouri, that means eastern black walnut and butternut. At first glance, trees such as pecan, tree-of-heaven, goldenraintree and black locust can be mistaken for a black walnut tree. So, to begin, make sure your tree is a walnut.
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Where TCD has been found
Thousand cankers disease occurs in nine western and five eastern states (shaded pink); the year in which the disease was confirmed is noted. Since 2010, TCD has been confirmed in Ohio, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Tennessee and Virginia.
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Slow the spread of TCD
You can help minimize the chances of spreading TCD by following these steps:
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Tree Pests: Asian Longhorned Beetle
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Introduction
The invasive Asian longhorned beetle (ALB) hitchhiked to the United States nestled deep within hardwoods cut into crates and pallets and used to import goods from Asian countries.
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ALB quarantine information
Currently, there are no interior or exterior ALB quarantines for the state of Missouri.
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Determining Timber Cost Basis
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Culling the Commercial Cow Herd: BIF Fact Sheet
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Beef cow owners should evaluate the performance of their animals at least once a year — perhaps more often. The most convenient time for evaluating is when the calves are weaned. For spring-calving cows, this is in the fall before supplemental feed is offered.
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Tree Decline: What Is It?
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Stock Healthy, Shop Healthy: Large Shelf Talkers (Spanish)
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Small food-retailers participating in the Stock Healthy, Shop Healthy program, help your Spanish-speaking customers make healthier choices by posting these shelf talkers on how to select and store various healthy products. Download, print and hang!
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How to Buy and Sell Firewood
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One of the first questions a person buying firewood asks is “How much per cord? Visit our website to learn about How to Buy and Sell Firewood.
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Wheat Silage for Beef Cattle
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Wheat, barley and oat silages are often underrated as feed for growing and finishing beef cattle. Studies show barley silage as being equal to corn silage, but they show that oat silage has about 50 percent the value of corn silage in beef rations.
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The System Concept of Beef Production: BIF Fact Sheet
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The systems concept of beef production incorporates an awareness that there is more to consider in a beef cattle enterprise than simply the level of production. What is most important is the overall efficiency of the enterprise.
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Forestry Assistance for Landowners
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Proper care and management of private forests are important to Missouri's economy. Visit our site to learn about Forestry Assistance for Landowners.
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Managing Oaks for Acorn Production to Benefit Wildlife in Missouri
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Oaks are very important trees in Missouri’s forests. Visit our site to view our Managing Oaks for Acorn Production to Benefit Wildlife in Missouri resource.
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Autumn Colors
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Elderberry Rust
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Vitamins for Beef Cattle
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Vitamin needs of beef cattle can be confined largely to A, D and E. This is because bacteria in the rumen of cattle are considered to have the ability to synthesize vitamin K and the B vitamins in sufficient quantities to meet the animal's requirement.