Farm structures : publication
Learn how to build an all-weather concrete stock tank, with measured and detailed plans.
An automated scraper system reduces odor emissions in swine barns, lowers maintenance costs, and supports biogas production through efficient manure removal.
Guidance on selecting and purchasing pre-engineered farm buildings, covering site preparation, construction types, and load requirements.
Composting swine carcasses with organic matter offers a low-effort, biosecure way to meet Missouri's animal mortality disposal requirements.
Converting Unused Agriculture Facilities for Aquaculture Use: Swine Barn Conversion for Fish Culture
This guide provides basic information on recirculating aquaculture system (RAS) technology and converting a swine barn into an aquaculture enterprise.
Earthen pits are cost-effective structures for storing liquid dairy waste, requiring proper design and soil conditions to prevent contamination.
Learn practical strategies to reduce energy use and costs in farm shops, including audits, insulation, and efficient lighting.
Editor's note
Explore the benefits, costs, and profitability of hoop structures for swine finishing, with comparisons to traditional confinement systems.
Learn how to assess and improve your home's electrical wiring for safety and energy efficiency, including tips on circuit protection and common warning signs.
Anaerobic lagoons offer cost-effective dairy waste treatment, reducing odors and nitrogen while providing long-term storage.
Learn how to manage manure in swine hoop barns with proper bedding, handling methods, and solid manure storage practices.
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.
Detailed cost estimates for building perimeter and interior fences on Missouri farms, including materials, labor, and equipment.
Learn how to install roof gutters on dairy barns to manage clean water runoff, reduce waste, and prevent contamination.
Neil F. Meador
Department of Agricultural Engineering
Two major tasks are involved in the successful completion of a new farm building — choosing the right building and selecting a good contractor to build it.
Most buildings constructed today are "pre-engineered," or package-type, buildings.
Guidance for livestock producers on hiring engineers to design compliant animal waste systems under Missouri DNR regulations.
Joseph M. ZulovichDepartment of Agricultural Engineering
Charles D. Fulhage and Donald L. PfostDepartment of Agricultural Engineering
Learn practical tips and best practices for water quality management, including techniques to monitor and protect local water resources.
Proper watering and fertilization are essential for producing tomatoes in a high tunnel. High tunnels keep out natural rainfall, so timely irrigation is necessary.