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Maintaining Small Dams
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Learn how to inspect, maintain, and repair small agricultural dams to prevent erosion, control vegetation, and ensure structural integrity.
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Caucasian Bluestem
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Warm-season grass known for drought tolerance, high forage yield, and ease of establishment; less ideal for wildlife than native alternatives.
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Longe Line Training
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Longeing is a procedure in which the horse travels in a large circle around the handler on a long strap or line.
Responding to Farm Accidents
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Most rural and farm family members are aware of potential hazards on farms. But they may not always know what actions to take if they arrive first at a farm accident scene.
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Unsoundness and Blemishes of Horses: Feet and Legs
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Any abnormal deviation in the structure or action of a horse can render it partly or completely useless. Visit our website today to learn more.
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Livestock Judging Techniques
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Livestock judging consists of carefully analyzing animals against a common standard. Learn steps for success and get judging tips in this guide.
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Vegetative Filters for Dairy Waste
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Learn practical tips and best practices for water quality management, including techniques to monitor and protect local water resources.
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Solids Removal From Livestock Manure Lagoons
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Prevent solids buildup in manure lagoons using separation tools and removal methods to improve function and reduce costs.
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Calibrating Home Garden Equipment
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Learn to calibrate home garden sprayers and spreaders for accurate fertilizer and pesticide application, ensuring plant health and environmental safety.
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Independent Contractor vs. Employee: Exploring the Categories
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People who work for you can be employees or independent contractors, and you must correctly classify them to avoid IRS problems. Learn how to classify workers in this guide.
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Fertilizer Management for No-Till Corn and Grain Sorghum in Missouri
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Guidance on nutrient management in continuous no-till systems for corn and sorghum, emphasizing soil sampling, pH control, and fertilizer application.
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Private Applicator Pesticide Training Study Guide
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Study guide for private pesticide applicator certification covering pest ID, labeling, safety, application methods, environmental impact, legal duties.
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Storage Tanks for Liquid Dairy Waste
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Nitrogen Management for No-Tillage Systems in Missouri
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Explore strategies for optimizing nitrogen use in no-till corn production, addressing challenges like nitrogen immobilization and enhancing fertilizer efficiency.
Safe Storage and Handling of Grain
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Storage and handling of large volumes of grain on Missouri farms is common. Increased storage capacities, larger and faster handling capacities and automation contribute to many potentially hazardous situations during the harvest and storage season. This guide sheet identifies many of them and suggests preventive measures that control or eliminate the hazardous exposure.
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Preparing for an Emergency: Home Heating in an Emergency
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At some time you may face a heating emergency. Visit our site for our Preparing for an Emergency: Home Heating in an Emergency guide.
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How to Build a Compost Bin
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Learn to build compost bins using wire mesh or snow fencing. Includes materials, tools, and step-by-step instructions for effective composting.
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Wood Stoves and Their Installation
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Aids to Independent Living for the Blind
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This guide offers practical tools and techniques to support independent living for individuals with vision loss.
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Johne’s Disease or Paratuberculosis
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Kitchens for Workers in Wheelchairs
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Design kitchens for wheelchair users with ample space, accessible storage, and adjustable counters to improve comfort and usability.