The University of Missouri Extension will offer an online workshop in January to help forage producers learn more about how to grow, harvest, and feed alfalfa. MU Extension agronomist Pat Miller says the two-night workshop gives producers basic knowledge to improve their bottom line by growing this high-quality forage. “Alfalfa 101: Establishing a Stand, Starting […]
(Brownfield Network) – An extension cow/calf specialist says drought remains a concern for many producers in the upper Midwest. Eric Mousel with the University of Minnesota tells Brownfield 2022 was another dry year for most of his state. “Most people had a pretty good year this year, so that helps. But I think (drought is […]
Federal officials have confirmed highly pathogenic avian influenza in a commercial turkey flock in Osage County, Mo. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Veterinary Services Laboratory confirmed the presence of highly pathogenic influenza (HPAI) in the turkey flock. Samples were delivered to the NVSL in Iowa for testing after a sudden increase in mortality in […]
The farm bill, property rights, healthcare, and the expansion of I-70 were among the issues debated at the 108th Missouri Farm Bureau annual meeting on December 4-6 at the Lake of the Ozarks. More than 1,300 farmers and ranchers attended the meeting where voting delegates, representing the organization’s 147,000 members, adopted a wide range of […]
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has extended the deadline for producers to enroll in Dairy Margin Coverage and Supplemental Dairy Margin Coverage for the program year 2023 to Jan. 31, 2023. DMC is a voluntary risk management program that offers protection to dairy producers when the difference between the all-milk price and the average feed price […]
North Central Missouri College has earned the recognition of Best Agriculture Programs in Missouri by Intelligent.com. Intelligent.com has also included NCMC on the list of Best Community Colleges in Missouri for 2023. The research identifies top schools in the state based on tuition costs, the number of credits required to graduate, and the online coursework […]
(Brownfield Network) – Wisconsin Senator Tammy Baldwin is optimistic Congress can address farm labor issues before the lame-duck session ends. Baldwin tells Brownfield the leading proponents of the Farm Workforce Modernization Act, one Democrat, and one Republican, have made some revisions and are hoping to attach the language to one of the must-pass bills. “The […]
(Brownfield Network) – The USDA has rolled out its final rule to stand up the Cattle Contract Library pilot program. Tanner Beymer with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association says the USDA updated the language to the rule-following stakeholder feedback. The original proposed rule would have allowed the USDA to obtain all active contracts from packers, […]
A number of farms in the Green Hills Region have received Missouri Century Farm designations in 2022. Individuals recognized as owning Century Farms include: Caldwell County owners are Michael and Judy Baker, and Virgil Gentry Daviess County Century Farms include those belonging to John Pulley and Barrie and Julie Bothwell Grundy County residents include Jerry […]
The Missouri Department of Conservation can connect farmers and property owners with land management expertise and financial assistance offered by the Natural Resources Conservation Service. MDC is the lead agency for some Regional Conservation Partnership Programs designed to boost grassland habitat and forage, increase natural buffers around crop fields, and improve wildlife habitat. Programs where […]
The University of Missouri Extension will host a 10-week online seminar series in early 2023 to help Missourians better understand and manage agricultural leases. “According to USDA data, more than one-fourth of Missouri farmland is leased,” said MU Extension agricultural economist Ray Massey. “Many landowners seek additional information to make their leases more closely align […]
Farmers in many areas across the United States and in Virginia are working to educate children about agriculture and are providing a deeper understanding of their work. These programs don’t just teach kids about farming but are designed for them to understand where their food comes from. Other goals include dispelling certain ideals about what […]
Farmers and crop specialists are invited to attend a special in-person annual conference for industry updates from leading agriculture researchers at the University of Missouri and other institutions across the United States. The event is set for December 14-15, 2022 in Columbia, Mo. Topics include soil and water conservation, weed and pest management, ag innovation and technology, […]
The Missouri Department of Agriculture is offering 30 high school students representing 4-H clubs and FFA chapters, as well as farm families, throughout Missouri the opportunity to explore careers in agriculture through the 2023 Missouri Agribusiness Academy (MAbA). MAbA is a competitive program for sophomores interested in pursuing agriculture-related degrees and careers. “Year after year, […]
Producers in Grundy County are reminded that Monday, December 5, 2022, is the date that election ballots are due to the Farm Service Agency office in Trenton. The candidate for a seat on the Farm Service Agency board is Preston Jawahir of Spickard. Ballots were previously mailed to farmers and ranchers participating in Department of […]
New how-to videos and related resources from University of Missouri Extension specialists can help farm operators looking to attract and keep workers. “Finding and keeping employees continues to be a major issue on farms,” said MU Extension agricultural economist Joe Horner. “These bite-sized videos — available on the MU Extension website and YouTube — were […]
The University of Missouri Extension will offer an eight-week winter webinar series on growing specialty crops in tunnels. “Growing Specialty Crops in Tunnels – Protected Agriculture” runs 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesdays, Jan. 24 to March 14, 2023. Extension educators and researchers from the Midwest, as well as high tunnel growers, will teach the classes. Topics include […]
The University of Missouri Extension will be offering 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 Polly recommends that applicators look at their license to determine if they need to recertify this year. […]
Federal officials have confirmed highly pathogenic avian influenza in a chicken flock in Webster County, Mo. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Veterinary Services Laboratory confirmed the presence of highly pathogenic influenza (HPAI) in the chicken layer flock. Samples were delivered to the NVSL in Iowa for testing after a sudden increase in mortality in […]
The University of Missouri Extension will host free farm tax workshops in December to update farmers and ranchers on farm and individual tax filings. Locations will include Unionville and Princeton in this area. MU Extension agriculture business specialist Mary Sobba said farmers can attend via Zoom or in person at locations throughout the state. Those interested […]
