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Snakes: Information for Missouri Homeowners, Page 3
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The massasauga rattlesnake is found in the northern half of the state. Although this species has very toxic venom, there are few records of human deaths caused by this small rattlesnake. Massasaugas have become rare in Missouri.
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Snakes: Information for Missouri Homeowners, Page 6
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The western pygmy rattlesnake often is called the ground rattler. Its range is restricted to the southern counties bordering Arkansas and the eastern Missouri Ozarks. Although no human deaths are known to have been caused by this species, a bite victim should seek immediate attention.
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Turfgrass Insects, Page 6
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Insecticide use should be the last resort in managing insect pests, but may be necessary even with a careful integrated pest management plan in place.
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Turfgrass Insects
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Learn to manage turfgrass insect pests through integrated pest management, combining cultural practices with minimal pesticide use.
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Care of Flowering Potted Plants
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Learn how to care for flowering potted plants like African violets and amaryllis, including watering, light, humidity, and reblooming tips.
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Turfgrass Insects, Page 4
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Surface-feeding insects can cause turfgrass damage: fall armyworms, bermudagrass mites, chinch bugs, cutworms, greenbug aphids, mealybugs and sod webworms.
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Turfgrass Insects, Page 7
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These tables contain information describing active ingredients, products and target insects of insecticides currently labeled for turfgrass insect control. Insecticide labels are subject to change.
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Weed and Brush Control for Forages, Pastures and Noncropland
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Annual broadleaf and grass weeds can become a serious problem in pastures and forages. Learn about forage crop, soil and weed problems in Missouri. See color photos of weeds at different stages and select herbicides with the help of tables in this manual.
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Home Fruit Production: Grape Training Systems
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Pruning is one of the most neglected practices in home plantings of grapes. Visit our site for our Home Fruit Production: Grape Training Systems guide.
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Turfgrass Insects, Page 2
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Annual white grub species that can cause turfgrass damage: May/June beetles, masked chafers, black turfgrass ataenius, green June beetles, and Japanese beetles.
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Turfgrass Insects, Page 5
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Learn about nuisance pests in turfgrass, including ants, centipedes, millipedes, chiggers, cicadas, crickets, earwigs, fleas, grasshoppers, and more.
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Turfgrass Insects, Page 3
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Billbugs, crane flies and mole crickets are subsurface-feeding insects that can cause turfgrass damage.
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Insulating and Weatherizing Your Home
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Proper insulation and air sealing reduce heating and cooling costs, enhance comfort, and improve energy efficiency in your home.
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Johnsongrass Management in Soybeans
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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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Italian/Annual Ryegrass Management in Soybean
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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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Garden 'n Grow: Leader Handbook
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Editor's note
The following abstract describes a publication that is only available for purchase.
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Carpenter Bees
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Learn how to use cover crops for grazing in Missouri, including species selection, management tips, and economic considerations.
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Roses: Care After Planting
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Planting roses? Learn how to mulch, water, prune, and care for your roses. Includes a pest guide.
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Raised-Bed Gardening
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Raised-bed gardening enhances soil drainage and root health, offers customizable design options and extends the growing season for better yields.
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Selecting Landscape Plants: Broad-leaved Evergreens
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Tips on selecting broad-leaved evergreen plants for your landscape, from ideal soil conditions to winter care, enhancing year-round beauty and structure.
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Fruit Spray Schedules for the Homeowner, Page 10
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Find insecticide and fungicide options for fruit trees, including application intervals and brand names, to ensure safe and effective harvesting.
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Insect Borers of Fruit Trees
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Learn about insect borers that affect fruit trees, including their biology, the damage they cause, and effective control methods to protect your orchard.
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The Vertical Axis System: A Training Method for Growing Apple Trees
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Learn how to establish high-density apple orchards with the vertical axis system, optimizing space and early fruit production.
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Home Propagation of Garden and Landscape Plants
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Learn simple, affordable techniques for propagating plants using cuttings, rooting media, and proper care to grow healthy new plants.
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Fruit Spray Schedules for the Homeowner, Page 05
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List of pesticides and spray schedules for controlling common diseases and insect pests on gooseberries and currants.