Agriculture
Strawberries are a delectable treat any time of year, but in February they are known as the fruit of love, says University of Missouri Extension horticulturist Michele Warmund.
Long before the celebration of Valentine's Day, the strawberry symbolized love and fertility due to its shape, color...
The Missouri CattleWomen's Association (MCW) installed its 2023 leadership team during the 55th Annual Missouri Cattle Industry Convention and Trade Show held earlier this month.
Marsha Corbin of Lafayette County was elected President.
"I am honored to work with this team and look forward to...
Weeds today aren't like "what Mom used to make," says University of Missouri Extension weed scientist Kevin Bradley.
Today's weeds know how to fight back against long-used herbicides and adapt in ways that spell trouble in production agriculture, says Bradley. Officially, Missouri already has...
Add legumes to fescue and other cool-season pastures at the right time to add pounds and profits to cattle.
The right time is when pastures are frozen and snow-covered, says University of Missouri Extension state forage specialist Craig Roberts.
Snow makes the seeds easier to see. Seeding on...
Of all the plants used in holiday decor, few match mistletoe's interesting history. And few equal its potential for harm
An evergreen plant with white berries, mistletoe is quite toxic, said David Trinklein, horticulture state specialist for University of Missouri Extension.
American...
Livestock producers have options for reducing hay waste and feeding costs while improving animal behavior and performance, says University of Missouri Extension specialist Charlie Ellis.
Farmers can choose from several methods to reduce waste based on their preferences, labor availability and...
University of Missouri Extension offers training for commercial pesticide applicators January-March 2023.
The online training certifies licensed commercial pesticide applicators. Commercial licenses are valid for three years.
MU Extension Pesticide Safety Education Program coordinator Sam...
The COVID-19 pandemic made for some "hard candy Christmases." Still sweet, Christmas in confinement was nevertheless hard and disappointing.
Christmas 2022 will likely be one of adjustment as families try to restore traditions after several years of disrupted celebrations, says Jeremiah Terrell...
Pasture and hay supplies are short in many areas of central and southern Missouri. University of Missouri Extension livestock specialist Gene Schmitz has a number of options for livestock producers to consider for feeding their livestock this winter.
Test hay
"This is the simplest, most cost-...
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Missouri State Director Kyle Wilkens announced that the Department is awarding $730,000 grant through the Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program (MPPEP). "USDA Rural Development works hard to provide farmers, ranchers and small...