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Purchasing a Herd Boar for Commercial Swine Production
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Selecting the right herd boar is crucial for enhancing genetics in commercial swine production. This guide outlines key steps for successful boar acquisition.
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Measuring Manure Spreader Uniformity
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Learn how to test and adjust manure spreader overlap to ensure even nutrient application and improve crop growth across your fields.
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Herd Management for Disease Prevention
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This publication provides guidance on preventing disease in swine herds through biosecurity measures, sanitation, and immunization programs.
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Heritability and Its Use in Animal Breeding
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Heritability has a large influence on livestock performance. Visit our website to learn about Heritability and Its Use in Animal Breeding.
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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.
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Dust, Odor and Gas Control in Swine Finishing Barns Through Oil Sprinkling
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Sprinkling soybean oil in swine barns reduces dust, ammonia, and odors, improving air quality for workers and animals at a low cost per pig.
Managing Nitrogen to Protect Water Quality
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How is nitrogen lost from the soil?Nitrogen is primarily lost by three pathways:
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Break-even Hauling Distance: Tractor-Pulled Manure Spreaders
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This publication guides livestock producers in calculating the maximum distance manure can be hauled using tractor-pulled spreaders without incurring additional costs.
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Land Application Considerations for Animal Manure
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Learn best practices for land applying animal manure to minimize nutrient loss, reduce pollution, and protect water quality.
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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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Swine Care, Selection and Showmanship
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Guide for youth on swine projects: setting goals, selecting pigs, providing care, ensuring proper nutrition, and mastering showmanship techniques.
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Feeding Organic and Inorganic Sources of Trace Minerals for Swine Production
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Explore the benefits of zinc, copper, and selenium in swine diets, comparing organic and inorganic sources to enhance growth and reproductive health.
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Pesticide Storage
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Learn guidelines to ensure the safe and environmentally friendly storage of pesticides.
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Swine Manure Management Systems in Missouri
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Learn about swine manure management systems, methods of application, environmental regulations, and strategies to maximize nutrient use and minimize pollution.
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Evaluating Vitamin Premixes for Swine
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Compare swine vitamin premixes by cost, composition, and effectiveness to support balanced, economical feed formulation on your farm.
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Common Internal Parasites of Swine
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Parasites can greatly reduce swine performance. Visit our website to learn about the Common Internal Parasites of Swine.
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Management and Care of the Herd Boar
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Agricultural Phosphorus and Water Quality
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This guide demonstrates the complexities of reducing losses of phosphorus from agricultural land and the range of options available to help reach water quality goals.
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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.
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Preserve It Fresh, Preserve It Safe: 2018, No. 6 (November/December)
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Tips for stress-free holiday food-prep and gifting: Gift dry cake and bread mixes layered in jars. Label home canned food gifts for safety. Prepare and freeze foods for dinner ahead of time. Learn more in this University of Missouri Extension newsletter.
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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.