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Pine Wilt: A Fatal Disease of Exotic Pines in the Midwest
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Pine wilt has killed so many Scots pine trees in the Midwest that extension specialists no longer recommend planting it in the area. Learn what causes pine wilt, how it spreads and what you can do to manage it in this full-color guide from University of M
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Community watershed management organizational structure styles
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Explore three organizational styles for community watershed management, offering guidelines to select the best approach for your situation.
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Sorghum Midge in Missouri
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Sorghum midge larvae feed on developing seeds, causing pinkish, blasted seed heads and reduced yields. Scouting during pollination is essential for effective management.
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Liming Missouri Soils
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Hoop Structures for Missouri Swine Finishing Facilities
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Explore the benefits, costs, and profitability of hoop structures for swine finishing, with comparisons to traditional confinement systems.
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Controlling Drift of Crop Protection Materials
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This guide explains crop protection material drift, its impacts, and how applicators can minimize damage to crops, the environment, and legal risks.
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Functional Anatomy of the Horse Foot
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A horse’s hoof is composed of the wall, sole and frog. Read this guide to learn more about the functional anatomy of the horse foot.
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Safety for Hunt Seat Riders
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Safety practices for hunt seat riders will help them avoid injury and trouble for themselves and the horse. Safety should become second nature — not taken for granted. Riders should constantly be aware of potentially dangerous situations and avoid them when possible.
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Care of Your Horse’s Feet
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Foot care is one of the most neglected horse management practices. Most lameness that impairs the usefulness of a horse can be prevented by proper foot care and reasonable management.
Foot care should be as routine as feeding and watering. It should include:
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Small Flock Series: Brooding and Growing Chicks
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Raising a flock of chickens can be difficult. Visit our website today to view our Small Flock Series: Brooding and Growing Chicks.
Sampling Poultry Litter for Nutrient Testing
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Learn how to sample poultry litter accurately to assess nutrients for effective fertilizer use and improved crop and environmental outcomes.
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Eastern Gamagrass
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Eastern Gamagrass is a highly productive grass and is a high-quality forage crop. Visit our website today to learn more.
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Agroforestry: An Integration of Land Use Practices
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Editor's note
The following abstract describes a publication that is only available as a downloadable PDF.
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Home Repair Inspection and Specifications
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This guide helps homeowners identify basic repair issues and provides specifications for common home maintenance tasks.
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Precision Agriculture: An Introduction
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Precision agriculture uses technology to tailor inputs to specific field areas, enhancing efficiency, productivity, and environmental stewardship.
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Precision Agriculture: Yield Monitors
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Learn how yield monitors and GPS data help optimize crop management through yield mapping, moisture tracking, and variable-rate decisions.
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Precision Agriculture: Global Positioning System (GPS)
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Precision agriculture utilizes GPS technology to enhance farming efficiency through accurate location tracking and data collection.
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Nitrate in Drinking Water
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Nitrate contamination in drinking water poses health risks to infants and livestock, leading to conditions like methemoglobinemia.
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Building Brick Walks and Patios
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Bricks in sand make an attractive, durable and pleasant outdoor paving (Figure 1). They are easy to install — the easiest to handle of all paving materials.
Individually, bricks are small and lightweight. A brick walk or patio can be installed piecemeal at leisure. Do not attempt too much at one time.
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Converting CRP Fields to Grain Crop Production
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Learn how to transition CRP fields to grain crops while maintaining soil quality, choosing the right crops, and using best management practices.
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Wheat-Soybean Double Crop Management in Missouri
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A crop, growing on the land all year, provides control of soil erosion. Visit our site to learn about Wheat-Soybean Double Crop Management in Missouri.
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Determining Age of Horses by Their Teeth
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The art of determining the age of horses by inspection of teeth is an old one. Visit our website to learn about determining age of horses by their teeth.
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How to Prevent and Remove Mildew — Home Methods
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Mildew can negatively affect your health and home. Visit our website today to learn how to how to prevent and remove mildew.