Missouri Grazing Manual
Reviewed $20
Learn how soil, forages and animals interact in grazing systems, and get ideas for improving pasture quality and extending the grazing season for beef or dairy.
Preserve It Fresh, Preserve It Safe: 2020, No. 4 (July/August)
New
Learn safe methods for canning meat and fish, including thawing, packing, and pressure canning techniques.
Agricultural and Entrepreneurial Factors Driving U.S. Food Manufacturing Startup Locations
New
Is food manufacturing a viable rural economic development strategy? Are food manufacturing startups a natural extension of the dynamic driving interest in local foods at the farmgate? Find out in this University of Missouri Extension guide.
Biology and Management of Japanese Beetle
New
Learn to identify and manage Japanese beetles, a common pest affecting over 300 plant species, including fruits, vegetables, and turfgrass.
Third Class County Population Change and Budget Fiscal Ratios
New
Population change can majorly impact a county budget because it can affect whether per capita costs of providing public services are increasing or decreasing. Learn about the long-term trends in population that can affect the fiscal condition of counties.
Working Together to Reduce Food Waste — Extension Leader’s Guide
Editor’s note
The following abstract describes a publication that is only available as a downloadable PDF.
Ballard Local Government Series
Revised
John Ballard was a lifelong resident of Missouri who earned a master’s degree in community development from MU in 1971 and then worked for MU Extension as a local government specialist for 21 years. These publications are based on his work
Preserve It Fresh, Preserve It Safe: 2020, No. 3 (May/June)
New
Get tips on freezing, dehydrating and blanching brocolli and cauliflower; a recipe for pickling cauliflower; and a warning about why so-called dry canning is not safe in this University of Missouri Extension newsletter.
Nozzle Flow Rate Calculator
New
Use this calculator to determine the nozzle flow rate when preparing to spray pesticides on a field.
Human Water Cycle Poster
New $10
Use this poster to illustrate the importance of water in the body.
Preserve It Fresh, Preserve It Safe: 2020, No. 2 (March/April)
New
Learn safe, tested methods to preserve food at home, avoid common canning errors—like wrong jar size or improper processing—to ensure success.
Blood Vessel Poster
New $10
Use this poster to illustrate the difference between a healthy and an unhealthy blood vessel.
Could Online Sales Be a Direct Marketing Opportunity for Rural Farms?
New
Selling food online can help rural farms reach more customers and reduce costs, especially for new farms offering value-added products.
Introduction to Active Shooter/Hostile Event Response, First Edition Manual
New $42.08 to $49.50
This manual defines how to establish an ASHER training program on the local level, how to conduct threat assessment of your community, how to coordinate response with other responders, and how to recover from an ASHE. It is the only fire service training manual available on this topic.
Leadership for the Wildland Fire Officer: Leading in a Dangerous Profession, Second Edition Manual
New $69 to $81.90
This manual addresses various supervisory and leadership positions of wildland firefighting outlined by the National Wildfire Coordinators Group (NWCG). Chapters 1–5 are an excellent tool for any current or future leader in fire service. Chapters 6–9 deal with the situational and tactical processes a wildland fire officer faces daily. Following Chapter 9 is an addendum containing 15 after-action reports of “Fires We Should Not Forget” as well as the lesson learned from each fire.
Live Fire Instructor, First Edition Manual
New $59.67 to $70.20
This manual serves as a structured template for instructors tasked with the responsibility of facilitating live fire training. Live fire training requires instructors strictly follow guidelines and mandates due to the potential of injury or death among participants. This manual has been constructed to meet current recognized guidelines and practices in the field, with a specific focus on leadership, safety and supervision.
Environmental analysis information form
Revised
This testing is intended to analyze nutrients and metals in the soil in your growing environment. Complete and submit this form along with your samples.
E3A Home Energy: Condensation Control
Reviewed
Editor’s note
The following abstract describes a publication that is only available as a downloadable PDF.
E3A Micro-hydro: Introduction
Reviewed
A micro-hydroelectric system for your home, farm or ranch can reduce your use of utility-provided electricity. Learn about the water and power needs of a micro-hydro system in this guide.
Marine Fire Fighting for Land-Based Firefighters, Third Edition Manual
New $74.21 to $87.30
The purpose of this manual is to provide land-based (shoreside) fire service personnel with the training, knowledge, technical information, and reference materials necessary for the safe and effective management of marine fire incidents. The content of this manual is written to meet the job performance requirements of NFPA 1005, the National Fire Protection Association’s Standard for Professional Qualifications for Marine Fire Fighting for Land-Based Fire Fighters, 2019 Edition.
E3A Home Energy: Attic and Ceiling Insulation
Reviewed
Editor’s note
The following abstract describes a publication that is only available as a downloadable PDF.
E3A Micro-hydro: Equipment and Installer Selection and Costs
Reviewed
Selecting the right equipment is crucial to the success of a hydropower system. Learn about impulse and reaction turbines, the two main types used for micro-hydro systems, in this guide.
E3A Understanding Energy: Off-Grid Living
Reviewed
Editor’s note
The following abstract describes a publication that is only available as a downloadable PDF.
E3A Small Wind: Electricity Consumption and Installation Options
Reviewed
Editor’s note
The following abstract describes a publication that is only available as a downloadable PDF.