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Determination of Pregnancy Status in Beef Herds
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Pregnancy examination provides valuable information that enables cow-calf operations to make management decisions that increase profitability and improve long-term reproductive efficiency. Learn about several methods in this MU Extension guide.
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Reproductive Management of Bos indicus-Influenced Beef Cattle
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Bos indicus cattle present challenges with estrus synchronization. Learn about the timing of estrus onset for them, their susceptibility to stress, and considerations and expectations when breeding them in this University of Missouri Extension guide.
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Determining Reproductive Fertility in Herd Bulls
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Learn how to assess and enhance bull fertility through breeding soundness evaluations, puberty indicators, and nutrition strategies.
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Body Condition Scoring of Beef Cattle
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Assess beef cattle fat reserves using a 1–9 body condition scoring system to inform feeding and management decisions throughout the production cycle.
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Understanding and Minimizing Pregnancy Loss in Cattle
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This publication details some common causes of pregnancy loss and provides management practices that can help minimize the incidence of pregnancy loss.
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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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Care and Maintenance of a Liquid Nitrogen Tank
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Semen is a significant cost in a cattle artificial insemination program. Maintaining a liquid nitrogen tank’s integrity is key to protecting that investment. Learn how to properly care for and maintain a liquid nitrogen tank in this MU Extension guide.
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Artificial Insemination of Cattle Step by Step
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Using correct techniques when performing artificial insemination on beef cattle can help ensure success and minimizing risk of injury. Learn how to deposit the semen in the proper location in the female reproductive tract while using sanitary techniques.
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Herd Health Programs and Reproductive Efficiency of Beef Cattle
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Comprehensive herd health programs enhance reproductive efficiency in beef cattle by addressing disease prevention, nutrition, and environmental stressors.
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7 & 7 Synch: An Estrus Synchronization Protocol for Postpartum Beef Cows
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Researchers at the University of Missouri have evaluated a new protocol for synchronization of estrus among postpartum beef cows, 7 & 7 Synch. This protocol was found to be highly effective both for cows receiving embryo transfer (ET) and cows receiving fixed-time artificial insemination (AI).
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Preserve It Fresh, Preserve It Safe: 2026, No. 4 (July/August)
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Learn the facts behind common home canning myths and how to safely preserve your food. This issue covers home canning practices, including proper tomato preservation, and discover tips for foraging, handling, preparing, and preserving wild foods.
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Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology of the Cow
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The ability of a cow or heifer to successfully mate, conceive, give birth, and raise a healthy calf each year is essential for profitable and sustainable beef production. A good understanding of anatomy and physiology of both the male and female is helpful in successfully managing reproduction.
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Separation Distances for Livestock Manure Management Systems
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Separation distances for manure storage and land application help protect water quality by minimizing contamination risks from livestock operations.
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Reduce Environmental Problems With Proper Land Application of Animal Manure
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Learn how to manage livestock manure to enhance soil health, reduce fertilizer costs, and protect water quality through proper application practices.
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Gases and Odors From Swine Wastes
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Gases from swine waste, such as ammonia and hydrogen sulfide, can impact air quality and health in confinement facilities.
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Blueberry Planning Budget
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Use this enterprise budget to estimate the on-farm costs and returns from growing blueberries in a u-pick commercial operation in Missouri.
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All-Weather Concrete Stock Tank
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Learn how to build an all-weather concrete stock tank, with measured and detailed plans.
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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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Helping Children Stay Out of Parental Conflict
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Parental conflict is common, but involving children can make them feel caught in the middle and increase stress, anxiety, and behavior problems. The article highlights how triangulation happens and offers ways parents can protect children by setting boundaries, avoiding pulling them into disagreements, and providing reassurance and emotional support.
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Supporting Early Communication and Literacy Skills in Infants and Toddlers
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Early literacy starts at birth and develops through everyday interactions like talking, reading, singing, and play. The article explains how responsive “serve-and-return” communication builds early language, brain development, and future reading skills, and shares simple ways caregivers can support learning during daily routines, along with helpful community resources.
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Fall Armyworm in Missouri Pastures
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This publication describes the biology and ecology of fall armyworm in Missouri pastures, as well as scouting and management techniques.
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Show Me Simple and Healthy Recipes — Wonderful Winter Squash (Bundle of 25)
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Explore 25 easy, healthy recipes with winter squash—quick to prepare, budget-friendly, and perfect for nutrition education.
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Show Me Simple and Healthy Recipes — Cinnamon Grape Salad (Bundle of 25)
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Editor's note
The following abstract describes a publication that is available as a downloadable PDF. It is also available printed as part of the NC1 Show Me Simple and Healthy Recipes set. Questions? Contact Jo Britt-Rankin.
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Show Me Simple and Healthy Recipes — Orange Honey Acorn Squash (Bundle of 25)
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Editor's note
The following abstract describes a publication that is available as a downloadable PDF. It is also available printed as part of the NC1 Show Me Simple and Healthy Recipes set. Questions? Contact Jo Britt-Rankin.
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Show Me Simple and Healthy Recipes — Creamy Peanut Butter Fruit Dip (Bundle of 25)
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Editor's note
The following abstract describes a publication that is available as a downloadable PDF. It is also available printed as part of the NC1 Show Me Simple and Healthy Recipes set. Questions? Contact Jo Britt-Rankin.