The Missouri Department of Agriculture announced that funding is available to assist Missouri farmers and food processors in obtaining organic certification for their businesses. Through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Organic Certification Cost Share Program, producers may be reimbursed for up to $750 of their certification costs during the program year. This year, Missouri […]
Responding to the severe drought conditions affecting farmers and ranchers across Missouri, State Treasurer Vivek Malek is introducing the Farm Relief Loan (FRL) program. The Farm Relief Loan program will provide vital assistance to producers impacted by this year’s drought. “It has been one thing after another for Missouri’s farmers and ranchers. The flooding in […]
Drought conditions throughout Missouri have shown significant improvement over the past week, according to the latest U.S. Drought Monitor map. Released on the morning of August 17th, the map reflects conditions observed as of August 15th. In the Green Hills region, northwest Harrison County stands out as it currently faces neither abnormally dry nor drought […]
(Missouri Independent) – The roundtables, listening sessions, and appearances at farm shows have largely wrapped up and lawmakers tasked with reauthorizing the nation’s agriculture and nutrition programs are comparing notes and beginning to draft the massive, multi-year farm bill. The 2018 version expires Sept. 30, just as many urgent priorities compete for floor time in […]
During a listening session for the 2023 Farm Bill with Missouri Producers at the Missouri State Fair, Governor Mike Parson reminded Missourians that the state remains in a serious drought. While recent widespread rains have brought some much-needed relief, most of Missouri is still suffering under serious drought conditions. According to the Missouri Drought Assessment […]
Missouri family farmers and conservationists have submitted thousands of petitions in support of Country Origin Labeling, Anti-Trust enforcement, and the prevention of foreign corporate ownership of Missouri farmland. The Missouri Rural Crisis Center reported that over 9,900 signatures on petitions were submitted at the U.S. farm bill listening session today, which was held at the […]
Farmers throughout the region are invited to join Northwest Missouri State University and its School of Agricultural Sciences in collaboration with BioSTL for an “Innovation Day” program featuring innovators in the ag industry. The program is 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 24, at Northwest’s Agricultural Learning Center, located at 22893 U.S. Highway 71 […]
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) is beginning to issue cost-share assistance payments through the Emergency Grain Storage Facility Assistance Program (EGSFP) for approved and funded applications that have met the requirements for partial or final payment. FSA first announced $20 million for this program in March to help producers affected by […]
Drought conditions in Green Hills and the state have seen significant improvement over the past week, as indicated by the latest U.S. Drought Monitor map. The map, released on the morning of August 10, reflects conditions as of August 8. Green Hills, which previously experienced extreme drought, now reports no such conditions. However, severe drought […]
The Missouri Department of Natural Resources Drought Assessment Committee will convene on Aug. 22 to discuss a comprehensive state and federal response to drought conditions affecting various portions of the state. It will be the committee’s third meeting since Governor Mike Parson issued a drought alert on May 31 with Executive Order 23-05. The Drought […]
The Lucerne Stock Show recently wrapped up, and officials have unveiled the winners in a variety of categories. Here are the results: Beef Show Results: Grand Champion Bucket Calf: Macey Lowery (Sponsored by MRWB Cattle Company) Reserve Champion Bucket Calf: Haley Wood (Sponsored by MRWB Cattle Company) Grand Champion Bull: Cutler Epperson (Sponsored by Orval […]
The Lucerne Stock Show recently wrapped up its exhibition of sheep and meat goats, showcasing a total of 29 sheep and 58 meat goats. Here are the winners: Sheep Category Rams Grand Champion Ram: Treyton Trent (Award sponsored in memory of Doc Dunkin) Reserve Champion Ram: Ayra Meeker (Award sponsored in memory of Doc Dunkin) […]
Extreme drought has expanded in some parts of the Green Hills since last week, but it has lessened in other areas. Severe drought has also expanded in the region. This information is according to this week’s U.S. Drought Monitor map, which was released on the morning of August 3 and is based on conditions as […]
The Dairy Goat and Cattle Show held at the Lucerne Stock Show drew an impressive turnout. Dairy Goat Show Highlights: Twenty-six dairy goats participated in the show, making it a competitive event filled with top-quality animals. Winners in the Dairy Goat Show: Supreme Champion Female: Tanner Tipton (Award sponsored by Oberreutter Farms- Alex and Bethanie) […]
The Missouri Department of Agriculture announces changes to the Department’s online Hay Directory, making it even easier for sellers and buyers of hay. The department manages the online hay directory, where livestock producers can search for hay made available by other producers in Missouri and other states. “Times are tough in this extensive drought,” said […]
With high outdoor temperatures and heat index values, University of Missouri Extension Field Specialist in Livestock, Shawn Deering, shares tips for livestock owners. He says a “big thing” when caring for livestock in hot temperatures is to provide shade. Deering says cattle prefer cooler weather. He explains it does not have to be […]
Winners have been announced from July 28th’s Swine Show at the Jamesport Junior Livestock Show. The grand champion boar was shown by Gage Miller of Hamilton. The reserve champion was shown by Bailey Miller of Hamilton. The grand champion gilt was shown by Ember Gilgour of Hamilton. The reserve champion was shown by Gage Miller. […]
Results have been announced from July 27th’s Rabbit and Poultry shows at the Jamesport Junior Livestock Show. For rabbits, the grand champion of the show and best four class rabbit was shown by Caitlynn Chalfant of Gilman City. The reserve champion of the show and the best six-class rabbit was shown by Ashley Chalfant of […]
Extreme drought has continued to spread in the Green Hills in the last week. However, there is no more exceptional drought in the state, according to this week’s U.S. Drought Monitor map, which was released the morning of July 27th and is based on conditions as of July 25th. Currently, extreme drought covers southeast Grundy […]
The 84th Annual Lucerne Stock Show will be held next week. Dairy goats and dairy cattle will be shown on August 2nd. Open, 4-H, and FFA projects can be entered in the evening. There will be a community barbecue at 6 o’clock, and Church Night at 7:30. Sheep, Meat Goat, and Beef shows will be […]
