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Missouri legislators participate in showcase of MU Extension programs
Three state legislators and an aide to a U.S. congressman learned about University of Missouri Extension programs Oct. 12 during the Northeast Region Program Showcase at North Shelby School, Shelby County. - Oct 14, 2009

Fall is the time to plant garlic
Garlic is not on everyone's list of garden plants, but it should be, said a University of Missouri Extension horticulture specialist. - Oct 13, 2009

Soil fertility essential for alfalfa establishment
Alfalfa is the most productive legume in Missouri. It can be grazed or fed as hay, is productive all summer long except during extreme drought and has high yield potential. But alfalfa can be extremely particular about the soil it grows in, said a University of Missouri Extension agronomy specialist. - Oct 13, 2009

Bradford Research and Extension Center celebrates 50th anniversary, opens new conference facility
University of Missouri's Bradford Research and Extension Center celebrated its 50th anniversary by dedicating a new technology transfer center to provide expanded space for specialized field days, workshops, clinics and meetings of civic organizations. - Oct 09, 2009

Freeze stops crop growth, but cool weather slowed maturity earlier, say MU specialists
First freeze of the fall ends the growing season for crops, but extended cool weather before frost may have stopped crop maturity early, said a University of Missouri Extension agronomist. - Oct 08, 2009

Despite depressed market, landowners have opportunities to sell their timber
If the trees on your forest property are too small to attract bids from sawmills, you may still find markets for your timber if you're willing to do the harvesting yourself, said a research specialist for the University of Missouri Center for Agroforestry. - Oct 08, 2009

Missouri confirms red imported fire ant mounds in Bootheel
Missouri has its first confirmed report of red imported fire ants, and residents of Missouri's Bootheel should be on the lookout for fire-ant mounds on their property, said Richard Houseman, University of Missouri entomology professor and state extension entomologist. - Oct 07, 2009

2009 MU Swine Institute set for Nov. 10
The University of Missouri Extension Commercial Agriculture Program's 2009 Swine Institute will take place Nov. 10 at the Courtyard by Marriott in Columbia. - Oct 06, 2009

Wraps or guards can lessen winter damage to young trees
Tree wraps or guards can lessen the risk of southwest injury, a condition that can afflict young trees in winter, said a University of Missouri horticulturist. - Oct 06, 2009

Time to rescue tropical plants from chilly nighttime temperatures
With overnight temperatures dipping toward the first frost mark, it's time to prepare tropical plants for the trek indoors, said a University of Missouri Extension horticulturist. - Oct 01, 2009

Proper storage of tender bulbs helps plants bloom again in spring
When storing tender ornamental plant bulbs, proper temperature and moisture are critical to ensuring they survive the winter and bloom again in the spring, said a University of Missouri horticulturist. - Sep 30, 2009

Good topsoil can be key in renovating lawns
Fall is a time when homeowners get ready to renovate lawns. - Sep 29, 2009

Knowing when to harvest enhances apple
Knowing the right time to harvest apples enhances and preserves their flavor and quality, said a University of Missouri Extension horticulturist. - Sep 28, 2009

Local-foods market faces growing pains
Food industry experts estimate that U.S. consumer demand for locally grown foods could reach $7 billion by 2012. - Sep 28, 2009

During fall outdoor activities be careful not to spread exotic insects
While Missourians enjoy fall outdoor activities, they should take care to avoid spreading exotic insect pests, said a University of Missouri Extension horticulturist. - Sep 28, 2009

Local-foods market faces growing pains
Food industry experts estimate that U.S. consumer demand for locally grown foods could reach $7 billion by 2012 - Sep 25, 2009

MU Thompson Farm field day shows future of beef breeding
Breeding methods that produce uniform calf crops worth premium prices back at the farm are now available. - Sep 23, 2009

Calf-weaning workshop to show new ways to solve old problem at MU FSRC, Oct. 15
A "Weaning Calf Management Workshop" will take place 5-8 p.m., Oct. 15, at the Forage Systems Research Center in Linneus. - Sep 23, 2009

Missouri wind speeds for energy production lower than predicted
Average wind speeds in Missouri are lower than reported on a state-produced wind map, said a University of Missouri atmospheric scientist. This finding may affect utilities and private investors planning to build wind turbines to provide clean, renewable energy. - Sep 23, 2009

Less is more: pint-size varieties steal tomato taste show
When it comes to sweetness in tomatoes, size really does matter, and the smaller varieties usually come out the winners. - Sep 21, 2009

Begin planning now for next year's vegetable garden
Whether your garden had a good year or not, it's not too early to prepare for next season, said a University of Missouri Extension horticulture specialist. - Sep 18, 2009

Soybean rust found in southeast Missouri Wet weather helps fungal disease spread
Asian soybean rust, a fungal disease, was found in fields in New Madrid, Pemiscot and Dunklin counties Friday morning, Sept. 18, said Allen Wrather, University of Missouri Extension plant pathologist at the MU Delta Center. - Sep 18, 2009

MU Wurdack Farm field day to highlight research on forage, silvopasture, Oct. 2
This year's Wurdack Farm field day, Oct. 2, will include a demonstration of a portable sawmill as well as talks on forage, timber management and agroforestry. - Sep 18, 2009

FAPRI marks 25 years of policy analysis Sept. 18 open house will include remarks by Sen. Bond, others
For 25 years a group of University of Missouri economists has provided commodity price projections and policy analysis to the U.S. Congress, international trade negotiators, farm groups and farmers. - Sep 17, 2009

Time to plant daffodils
Early through mid-October is an ideal time to plant daffodils in Missouri, said a University of Missouri horticulturist. - Sep 15, 2009

Steer feedout gives producers insights on value of beef calves
Rather than gripe about poor prices paid for their calves, beef producers should find the value of their calves by feeding them out. At the end of a feedout, the calves are sold to packers based on carcass value. - Sep 14, 2009

Missouri Chestnut Roast to feature dedication of rehabilitated historic Hickman House, Oct. 17
The Missouri Chestnut Roast is a harvest festival, a family day out, a Missouri specialty-product showcase, an agroforestry field day and a history lesson. - Sep 10, 2009

Add value to your cull cows
As fall arrives, cattle producers are getting ready to wean and market their calves. At the same time, producers are deciding which cows met performance expectations and which cows they will cull. Many producers sell their culls immediately, but that might not be the most profitable marketing strategy, said a University of Missouri Extension livestock specialist. - Sep 10, 2009

Direct marketing meat
"Direct marketing meat is an attractive option for many producers, but they need to be aware that they will have to adhere to state or federal guidelines for processing, storage and tax collection," said an MU Extension specialist in community development and local food systems. - Sep 09, 2009

Cool 2009 summer may crack top 10 on record
Missourians are breaking out fall sweaters early as one of the coolest summers on record wraps up. - Sep 08, 2009