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Learn the number of days Missouri farms have available per week—due to weather and soil conditions—for tillage, planting, chemical application and harvest activities.
The various generations such as veterans, baby boomer’s, xer’s and the nexter’s are examined in this course. The characteristics of these generations make them unique. Guided discussion of each generation will develop an understanding of why they react to situations the way they do.
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Many Missouri corn growers are unsure about when to green chop and/or ensile their drought-stressed crops. There are key points to take into consideration on both the crop and livestock side, according to University of Missouri Extension specialists.
The course is designed to develop the decision making skills needed by Company Officers to accomplish assigned tactics at structure fires. All activities and scenarios used in this course are based on structure fires.
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Community Economic Development
Johanna Reed Adams, Charles M. St. Clair and William E. Robertson
Department of Community Development
COLUMBIA, Mo.
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Ornamental plants are a great way to make your home festive for the holidays. Stealing a kiss under the mistletoe or hanging a holly wreath to welcome guests are both lovely traditions. What’s not so lovely is that both these plants are toxic.
COLUMBIA, Mo. – For many, the holiday season would not be complete without evergreens, holly, mistletoe and other traditional plants adorning their homes. But it’s important to exercise care with some of these plants since we want the holidays to be happy and safe, says University of Missouri…
To see the greatest return on investing in genomic-enhanced EPDs, cattle breeders must decrease the average age of sires and dams. Learn how to shorten the generational invterval to speed up genetic progress in this University of Missouri Extension guide.
COLUMBIA, Mo. -- In the prolonged summer drought, farmers noticed that grass stayed green longer in their hayfields than in their pastures.While hayfields kept growing, pastures turned brown. Cows ran out of grass to graze.
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Deep-six weed seeds to control pigweeds and other herbicide-resistant pests in soybean fields.“I’m not advocating a return of moldboard plowing,” said Kevin Bradley, University of Missouri weed scientist. “Burying weed seeds with deep tillage does provide one more tool in dealing…
COLUMBIA, Mo. – You don’t have to break your back when transplanting a tree, said a University of Missouri horticulturist.Research on tree root growth after transplanting suggests that you do not have to dig a deep hole, said Chris Starbuck.
Fred M. CrawfordDepartment of Agricultural EngineeringDehumidifiers reduce the moisture in the air. They provide comfort for people and reduce or eliminate deterioration of equipment due to rust, rot, mold and mildew.
Missouri CourthousesContact and other information about this county is available on the National Association of Counties website.
An evaluation tool designed for corn and soybean farmers with crop insurance who experience early-season production problems, such as flooding, poor germination or prevented planting.
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Once again, wet soils have delayed corn planting throughout Missouri.
BLUE SPRINGS, Mo. — Increasingly, gardeners are interested in finding out how to grow vegetables without using synthetic fertilizers.
Learn about the kinds of soils and their locations in the Mississippi River Alluvial Valley, called the Delta region. This report explains how they were formed and provides an evaluation of their potential for production and adaptation to different crops.
CARTHAGE, Mo. – Spending on houseplants and office plants has flourished in recent years, says University of Missouri Extension horticulturist Robert Balek.
Demographic, Economic and Workforce Data Training gives your team fundamental skills in public information data collection, analysis and visualization.
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Missouri CourthousesContact and other information about this county is available on the National Association of Counties website.
The individuals listed on the website are available to provide advice to small business owners on individual procurement opportunities and how to do business with their individual components.
This course will provide the outline and resources for a fire/Emergency Medical Services (EMS) department to implement and maintain a wellness program, in coordination with the department’s health and safety program.
Chances are you know someone with depression, whether or not you are aware of it. People who are depressed may be at school, at home or in a professional setting, but struggle to share with others the mental anguish they endure.
David Rausch USDA-ARS, Watershed Research UnitDonald L. Pfost Department of Agricultural EngineeringLarry W. Caldwell USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service
James M. SteichenDepartment of Agricultural EngineeringThese criteria apply to the design of canopy and hood inlet spillways used as the principal spillway for ponds, irrigation reservoirs, and stabilization structures.
James Steichen
Department of Agricultural Engineering
James SteichenDepartment of Agricultural EngineeringEditor’s noteThe PDF version of this publication includes illustrations.
A web-based monitoring system that tracks precipitation accumulation across Missouri to help manage open or uncovered storage.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires employers who provide portable fire extinguishers for employees in the workplace shall also provide an educational program to familiarize employees with the general principles of fire extinguisher use and the hazards involved with…
Learn how to make a butterfly garden, get some fun facts and tips about butterflies, and see two example butterfly gardens in this colorful two-page guide.
Introduce yourself and your qualifications as a farm renter. Follow these tips to create a paper resume or LinkedIn profile for sharing with landowners.
Correctly detecting cows and heifers in estrus can be critical for beef producers. Learn behavioral and physiological changes that indicate standing heat, how to use estrus detection aids and how to time artificial insemination in this MU Extension guide.
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.
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.
Manure Management - Handling and Storage - Dairying and the Environment
Hank StelzerForestry State SpecialistSchool of Natural Resources
National Corn Growers Association article about the 2019 floods that have devastated Nebraska corn farming.
COLUMBIA, Mo. – The best time to prepare for an emergency is when there is no emergency, says Karen Funkenbusch, University of Missouri Extension health and safety specialist.
Teresa Mareschal,Regional Specialist, Human Development and Family Science In 1998, the Missouri General Assembly mandated divorcing parents with children under the age of 18 to file a parenting plan with the court as a part of the divorce process.
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Develop an attractive and useful home landscape with this step-by-step approach. Learn principles to keep in mind, the uses of the three major landscape areas, and how to develop a plan with sketches in this University of Missouri Extension guide.
Amy HalliburtonMU Graduate StudentSara GableState Specialist, Human Development and Family Studies
From the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services.
PDF for the Section for Long-Term Care Regulation of the Missouri DHSS Licensure Manual
MONETT, Mo. – Cindy McCracken says she’s on a mission to live a healthier life. A partnership in southwestern Missouri is helping her do just that.
Specifically targeted toward dialysis centers, this site has information regarding the prevention of infection in both patients and health care providers.
Dicamba can cause injury to off-target plants, leading to third-party injury claims that involve business liability insurance plans. Third-party injury is when the actions of one person affect another person.
Following EPA and state pesticide labels and regulations is important for liability concerns. Most business general liability insurance coverages do not cover illegal activities. If the label is not followed, it may impact the coverage a business has for causing damage to another person’s property.
Transition Cows - Nutrition
Every five years the U.S. Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services publish the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. These guidelines are developed by an expert panel of nutrition and health professionals to help all Americans consume a healthy and nutritionally adequate diet.
Dietary information and guidelines for the general public.
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans is an essential resource for health professionals and policymakers as they design and implement food and nutrition programs that feed the American people, such as USDA’s National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program, which feed more than 30 million…
COLUMBIA, Mo.– Ethanol plants are getting more efficient at extracting fuel from corn, and that can affect the quality of distillers grains, a byproduct of ethanol production often used as an economical feed alternative for hogs and poultry.
This handout addresses the importance and benefits of gardening and growing foods for health and well being.
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See the companion publication N1049, Dig In To Good Health handout.
When Lisa Robinson’s mother was in hospice care, an online consultation with a trusted doctor brought a quick diagnosis, a prescription to clear up an infection — and peace of mind.
COLUMBIA, Mo. – A new online tool will help connect more Missourians with broadband resources in their communities.
Tips for building healthy food habits both at home and while eating out.
Esta presentación de PorkBridge enseña a la fuerza laboral de las granjas de cerdos lo que necesitan saber sobre el coronavirus y la seguridad de los trabajadores en esta era. Póngase en contacto con Tim Safranski para obtener más información.
SAMHSA’s Disaster Distress Helpline provides 24/7, 365-day-a-year crisis counseling and support to people experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters.
COLUMBIA, Mo. - Families who may be evacuated from flood plains along the Missouri and Mississippi rivers and tributaries should plan to be away from their home for at least a week, according to a community emergency management specialist with University of Missouri Extension.
The Disaster Recovery Guide for Small Businesses is designed as a working guide to direct you and your business through the steps of how to proceed post-disaster.
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University of Missouri Extension has resources to help you and your family prepare for and recover from disasters.
A catastrophe such as an earthquake, hurricane, tornado, fire, flood, or violent acts is frightening to children and adults alike. Talking about the event with children can decrease their fear.
Apply for assistance online or find resources for disaster recovery and rebuilding.
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. -- Michael Mather, author of "Having Nothing, Possessing Everything," was a guest in University of Missouri Extension's Neighboring 101 class on Dec. 16, 2021.
Reduce the chances of disease in your home vegetable garden through a combination of proven prevention methods, including sanitation; cultural, physical and biological practices; staking; and solarization. Learn how in this University of Missouri Extensio
Michele WarmundFruit State SpecialistDivision of Plant Sciences
Find information on strip disking to improve wildlife feeding and movement in this fact sheet, part of a series created by the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service, the Missouri Department of Conservation and MU Extension–School of Natural Resources.
David Weaver and Bonnard MoseleyCollege of Veterinary Medicine
COLUMBIA, Mo. - In Missouri, all-terrain vehicles accounted for at least 111 accidents with 19 fatalities in 2007, according to a University of Missouri study.
Read about the limitations of using distiller byproducts in swine diets.
Read about using distillers dried grain with solubles (DDGS) in livestock diets.
A worksheet designed to help producers estimate the impact that various rations — including DDGS — have on their production system.
Major changes are occurring in how electricity is generated, distributed and used. Learn about this transition from centralized energy generation towards distributed energy generation and the potential impacts it will have for rural landowners.
A web-based library of resources and information on disaster preparedness for culturally diverse communities and other at-risk populations. Credit: The National Resource Center on Advancing Emergency Preparedness for Culturally Diverse Communities.