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Transition Cows - Nutrition
MARK TWAIN LAKE, Mo. – Smoke billows from the sugar shack where U.S. Marine veteran Jeremy Beaver cooks maple syrup.
It is a crisp Sunday morning. A sweet, smoky smell and the sound of children playing fill the woods.
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Spring and riding ATVs seem to go together. However, ATV accidents can lead to tragedy when precautions are not followed, says University of Missouri Extension health and safety specialist Karen Funkenbusch.
COLUMBIA, Mo. –University of Missouri Extension rural safety and health specialist Karen Funkenbusch said now is a good time to review safety precautions for grain bins with farm workers and family members.
Highlights focusing on the importance of using a well-planned crossbreeding system in commercial cow-calf operations.
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Many consider the farm an ideal place to raise children. But with all its idyllic charm come dangers, says University of Missouri Extension health and safety specialist Karen Funkenbusch.
Missouri CourthousesContact and other information about this county is available on the National Association of Counties website.
Blast, also called rotten neck, is one of the most destructive diseases of Missouri rice. Learn about rice blast control in this University of Missouri Extension guide.
Rice is an important crop to the Missouri bootheel region, with around 200,000 acres harvested each year. Find our research-based rice production insights on this site.
Sheath blight is the most destructive disease Missouri rice growers face. Learn about sheath blight symptoms, causes and control; fungicide use; and scouting in this University of Missouri Extension guide.
COLUMBIA, Mo.– When it comes to corn seeding rates, sometimes less is more.Planting more seeds per acre in an effort to maximize yields won’t always maximize your return on investment, says Brent Myers, University of Missouri Extension corn specialist.
Visit our website today for our Right Species, Right Place: Considerations Before You Order Tree Seedlings in Missouri guide.
A MDC publication (PDF) on picking a tree that is right for the place you intend to plant it.
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COLUMBIA, Mo. – Eating black-eyed peas on New Year’s Day is a tradition said to bring wealth and good fortune in the new year, says University of Missouri Extension horticulturist Michele Warmund.
Missouri CourthousesContact and other information about this county is available on the National Association of Counties website.
COLUMBIA, Mo. – University of Missouri Extension beef nutritionist Eric Bailey says beef producers can offset rising feed prices with changes in their operations. “It’s time to literally cut the fat from cow-calf operations,” says Bailey.
Older adults are at risk for loneliness and social isolation. The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) issued a report stating more than one-third of adults aged 65 and older are considered to be socially isolated. Some might use loneliness and social isolation…
Insuring Your Dairy Margins - Presentations - Risk Management Tools, By Earl Biggers
This material is based upon work supported by the USDA/NIFA under Award Number 2012-49200-20032.
A weblink listing of National Weather Service river basin observations and forecasts that impact Missouri, including significant flood outlooks from a national and regional perspective. Current streamflow and river levels are also provided by the U.S. Geological Survey.
Establishes all the knowledge, skills and abilities that the infection preventionist must gain.
The roadmap for the novice infection preventionist by Bridges,B. (2015). PDF from APIC.
Many entrepreneurs find that government contracting is an excellent way to ensure that their small business grows. But for Kit Price, co-owner of Robinson’s Cleaners in Columbia, Missouri, government contracting goes beyond expanding her company.
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Red roses have long been a hallmark of Valentine’s Day. But the beauty of fresh flowers is fleeting, while a houseplant can be a long-lasting expression of affection.
Romeo Corbeil Summer Camp is sponsored by the Office and Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU), the Missouri AFL-CIO and the Labor Education Program of the University of Missouri in Columbia.
Objectives for young people participating in the camp are:
Charles D. Fulhage and Donald L. PfostDepartment of Agricultural EngineeringRoof gutters may be needed with livestock facilities to divert clean water from contaminated lot runoff and minimize the total quantity of waste effluent requiring proper disposal.
Resilience. The agriculture industry is all too familiar with this word. When I stop and think about what resilience means to me, I am taken back to my childhood when my grandparents would share stories of what it was like for them growing up during the Dust Bowl in the 1930s.
The purpose of this course is to provide those individuals who have completed the training requirement of Rope Rescue. This refresher is designed to review anchors, hauling and lowering systems, high-lines, and to allow participants practical application of those skills.
The purpose of this course is to provide those individuals who have completed the training requirement of Rope Rescue. This refresher is designed to review lowering systems, knot passing, skate blocks, and to allow participants practical application of those skills. The course includes several…
The purpose of this course is to provide those individuals who have completed the training requirement of Rope Rescue. This refresher is designed to review patient packaging, litter tending, rappelling, and to allow participants practical application of those skills. The course includes several…
The purpose of this course is to provide those individuals who have completed the training requirement of Rope Rescue. This refresher is designed to review hauling systems, lowering systems, pick-offs, and to allow participants practical application of those skills. The course includes several…
Technical rescues that involve differences of elevation may require the use ropes to access and evacuate victims. Special skills and equipment are required for these types of incidents.
Technical rescues that involve differences of elevation may require the use ropes to access and evacuate victims. Special skills and equipment are required for these types of incidents.
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Rose rosette is a devastating disease of roses. There is no cure. Infected rose bushes should be removed from the landscape and destroyed, said David Trinklein, horticulture specialist for University of Missouri Extension.
COLUMBIA, Mo. – The treasured rose plant’s elegant flowers hold a special place in the hearts and minds of people everywhere, says University of Missouri Extension horticulturist David Trinklein.Roses’ beauty peaks in June at Missouri’s latitude, bringing mid-year gardening joy, he says.
Planting roses? Learn how to mulch, water, prune, and care for your roses. Includes a pest guide.
Roses are well adapted to many different environmental conditions. They are useful as landscape plants and prized as cut flowers. Since they are the product of centuries of breeding and selection, many shapes, forms, and colors provide endless types to select from and use.
Dairy Budgets - Missouri Planning Budgets for 2019 - Rotational Grazing Dairy, 150 Cow-Herd, replacements raised
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Your beautiful tomato plant is setting fruit and soon has nice green tomatoes. Then, to your horror, a dark sunken spot shows up at the bottom of the fruit.
Law requires that the body of an animal be disposed within 24 hours after death. Learn how to acceptably transport and dispose of animal carcasses.
Most Missouri cities are fourth-class cities, but they often interpret statutes and rules differently. Learn what cities must do, what they may do, and what they can do. Consider this manual to contain the basic rules for fourth-class cities in Missouri.
Township organization is an option open to third- and fourth class-counties in Missouri. This manual is intended as a resource for people who make township government work.
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities, a brainchild of community and business development specialists with University of Missouri Extension, is bearing fruit months afterward.
Biogas Production - Agency Resources - Energy Programs, USDA
The book, “A History of the Rural Schools in Greene County, Mo.,” was updated in 2010 by the author to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the book’s original release in 2000.
Labor, Taxes, and Records - Income Taxes
Farmers, ranchers and other agricultural producers and Extension educators will find resources for agriculturally related income and self-employment tax information that is both current and easy to understand. Utah State University
This is a combination of introductory courses designed to train the entry-level firefighter, as well as refresh the structural and wildland firefighter.
This course is designed to meet the training needs of the Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1). Developed to be interactive in nature it contains several tactical decision games designed to facilitate learning the objectives and class discussion. Topics will include fireline reference materials,…
This is an instructor-led course intended to be presented at the local level.
Wayne LochDepartment of Animal SciencesBrooke BallengerExtension Occupational Safety ProgramHorse sports are very rewarding when safety practices are followed. But maintaining safe working conditions when handling horses cannot be overemphasized.
BLUE SPRINGS, Mo. - Using compact fluorescent light bulbs is an easy and effective way to save on utility costs. "Using these bulbs can be very helpful to the family budget, but their use is not without risks," said Marsha Alexander, University of Missouri Extension housing and environmental design…
You and your family can survive for several days without food, but only a short time without water. Disasters can often cause us to question the safety of our drinking water. With a little planning and preparation, you can be prepared by having a safe emergency water supply.
KIRKSVILLE, Mo. – Looking for a way to improve your physical and mental well-being during stressful times? A University of Missouri Extension horticulturist recommends gardening as a perfect solution.
“Gardening provides many health benefits that are needed during these stressful times,” said…
Wayne LochDepartment of Animal SciencesDuring the last decade, participation in horse-related activities has continued to grow. The National Safety Council estimates that more than 10 million people in the United States are involved in equine sports. Membership in many horse associations has grown…
Safely preserve fresh fruits and vegetables — and meat, poultry, seafood, soups and sauces — by the proper canning method: boiling water, steam or pressure. Learn the basics in this guide.
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…
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Proper inventory management of farm chemicals saves money and protects animals, people and the environment, says University of Missouri Extension specialist Sam Polly.
The purpose of this guide is to assist employers and employees in training for safe tractor operation. Farm employers should review this guide with anyone who operates a farm tractor.
Paint is a product that most of us have that can become a hazardous waste. Visit our site for our resource on the Safe Use, Storage and Disposal of Paint.
Marie Steinwachs
Office of Waste Management
Pesticides are chemicals designed to kill or repel living things that are considered by humans to be pests. Pesticides include insecticides, herbicides, rodenticides, fungicides, wood preservatives, molluscicides and disinfectants.
Food Safety Fact Sheet - Fermenting food at home is becoming an increasingly popular food trend. However, as with any food preservation or preparation method, it is essential that it is done safely.
BLUE SPRINGS, Mo. – If your garden is producing more tomatoes than you know what to do with, canning or freezing lets you enjoy your tomatoes throughout the year. However, make sure you follow proper procedures to keep your produce safe and flavorful, said a University of Missouri Extension…
Wayne LochDepartment of Animal SciencesSafety practices for hunt seat riders will help them avoid injury and trouble for themselves and the horse. Safety should become second nature — not taken for granted. Riders should constantly be aware of potentially dangerous situations and avoid them when…
CHILLICOTHE, Mo. – Halloween should be a fun time for dress-up, parties and yummy treats. Taking a few precautions before your kids head out the door can go a long way toward keeping them safe, said a University of Missouri Extension human development specialist.
SALINE COUNTY, Mo. – Saline County 4-H’er Audrey Tinoco was all set to compete in the fashion revue, demonstrations, building exhibits and poultry events this summer at the Saline County Fair. Then a family member tested positive for COVID-19, and their 14-day quarantine dashed plans to compete.
Missouri CourthousesContact and other information about this county is available on the National Association of Counties website.
Williams’s colleagues have described her as having a deep dedication to her work and her clients as well as delivering quality and caring, one-on-one counseling and training facilitation that makes a difference.
Assistance listings of all federal programs available to governments, organizations and individuals. (Formerly known as "Federal Domestic Assistance")
Contract opportunities are procurement notices from federal contracting offices. Anyone interested in doing business with the government can use this system to search opportunities. Opportunities include pre-solicitation & solicitation notices, award notices, & sole source notices.
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Right after soybean harvest is the time to test fields for soybean cyst nematode (SCN), the No. 1 pathogen of soybean in the United States.
Roger Hanson
Department of Agronomy
Spectrographic analysis of plant tissue is a relatively new and accurate method for determining levels of major and minor elements in growing crops. However, good results make proper sampling of crops necessary. Keep the following points in mind when taking…
John A. LoryDepartment of Agronomy and Commercial Agriculture ProgramCharles FulhageDepartment of Biological and Agricultural Engineering
Read this to understand sampling regulations at farmers markets. Learn how to establish and estimate costs for handwash stations and washing and sanitizing stations.
COLUMBIA, Mo.– Just like surgeons and dentists, gardeners s