Buchanan County commissioners don’t want to wait until a wind farm proposes locating in the county before adopting regulations on wind energy, they want to approve regulations before that would happen. Presiding Commissioner Lee Sawyer says, at present, there are no rules on the books. Sawyer says the Kansas City engineering firm of […]
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Missouri Supreme Court to hear appeal from Hickory Neighbors United on Grundy County CAFO
Among cases scheduled for the September 25, 2019 session involving the Missouri Supreme Court is one regarding an operating permit for Trenton Farms RE. (SC97695, Trenton Farms RE LLC, Permit No. MOGS10520) Oral arguments begin at 9 o’clock on the morning of Wednesday, September 25th at the Missouri Supreme Court in Jefferson City. The case […]
Review grain bin safety rules before harvest begins
University of Missouri Extension rural safety specialist Karen Funkenbusch said National Farm Safety and Health Week, Sept. 15-21, is a good time to review precautions for grain bins with farmworkers and family members. This year’s theme, “Shift Farm Safety Into High Gear,” reminds us to remain vigilant at all times when working on or visiting […]
USDA opens 2019 enrollment for agriculture risk coverage and price loss coverage program
Agricultural producers can now enroll in the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs, two popular safety net programs, for the 2019 crop year. Interested producers must sign up for either program by March 15, 2020. The 2018 Farm Bill reauthorized and made updates to these two USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) programs. ARC […]
Calamity Jane Days in Princeton set to kickoff on Saturday
Twelve contestants will participate in the Miss Calamity Jane Pageant in Princeton on Saturday. The event will be held at the Princeton United Methodist Church at 7 o’clock that night. Contestants are Livi Binkley, Kyla Coffman, Raynah Collins, Jillian Finney, Jaysa Goodin, Becca Kile, Hannah King, Jarica Nelson, Alyssa Olson, Jaden Purdun, Cailynn Stokley, and […]
Partnership puts University of Missouri at forefront of Precision Agriculture Technology
Working toward earning his Precision Agriculture Technology Certificate from the University of Missouri, Bo Young understands the importance of implementing precision practices on the farm. Young, who is also a climate activation specialist with The Climate Corporation, works with farmers and producers, helping them incorporate Climate FieldView technology in their operation. Young and The Climate […]
Prairie Day at Dunn Ranch Prairie and Pawnee Prairie in Harrison County set for September 14, 2019
The tallgrass prairie holds a special place in Missouri’s history, and native grasslands also continue to play a role in modern agriculture today. The state’s grassland legacy and future will be celebrated at a free Prairie Day event 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, September 14, at Dunn Ranch Prairie and Pawnee Prairie in […]
Audio: Missouri’s Ag Director says states levee system and trade remain top priorities
Missouri’s Ag Director was part of a group of ag leaders that met with Ag Secretary Sonny Perdue at the Farm Progress Show. Chris Chinn says it was important to be able to discuss the issues facing the state’s ag industry. “We talked about flooding— we had 1.2 million acres underwater this year and almost […]
August 30th is sign-up deadline for emergency assistance to flooded farms
Farmers affected by flooding have until Aug. 30 to apply for help from USDA emergency assistance programs, says University of Missouri Extension livestock specialist Heather Conrow. The USDA Farm Service Agency provides up to 75% of approved renovation costs, to a maximum of $500,000, through its Emergency Conservation Program, says Conrow, who was part of […]
University of Missouri Extension to offer “Your Farm, Your Business, Your Future” seminar
The University of Missouri Extension will hold a program to help farm families, individuals, and businesses with succession, estate, and retirement planning. Extension specialists with educational experience and technical backgrounds, a Missouri probate judge, and a certified financial planner will teach “Your Farm, Your Business, Your Future” at multiple locations. Those include the Harrison County […]
Two hiring events to be held in Trenton
Two hiring events will be held at the Trenton Job Center at 1104 Main Street next week. The Department of Corrections will have a job fair on the morning of August 13th from 8:30 to 11:30. Individuals interested in joining the Western Missouri Correctional Center team should contact the personnel clerk at 816-632-1390 extension 2119 […]
Smithfield announces completion of renewable natural gas project
Smithfield Foods, Incorporated announces construction has been completed on a low-pressure natural gas transmission line connecting a Smithfield hog farm with the city of Milan’s natural gas pipeline. Renewable natural gas (RNG) produced at the hog farm will be directly injected into the transmission line flowing into Milan’s natural gas distribution system prior to delivery. […]
Newtown Saddle Club to host a multitude of activities this weekend
Several activities are planned at the Newtown Saddle Club Arena this weekend, August 2nd through the 4, 2019. Everyone is welcome to Coltrain’s Mules and Furnish Farms Trail Ride and Fun Games Friday through Sunday. Cattle events will be held Friday night at 7 o’clock. The events will include steer dobbing and doctoring as well […]
MU Extension in Harrison County celebrates 100 years of service
On Saturday, July 27, 2019, Harrison County Extension Council members celebrated 100 years of extension service in Harrison County. The day included an opportunity for the public to get a closer look at programming available through MU Extension, as well as help raise funds to support future extension programming. A 5K Fun Run started off […]
Chillicothe Fire Department responds to Highway 36 and LIV 235
The Chillicothe Fire Department responded to a fire that had spread at the intersection of Highway 36 and LIV 235 overnight on Friday at 1:57 am. Captain Tracy Bradley reports firefighters found driftwood and debris from recent flooding on fire when they arrived to the property owned by Beetsma Farms, and the fire had spread […]
USDA announces $16M funding opportunity to support socially disadvantaged and veteran farmers and ranchers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced up to $16 million in available funding to help socially disadvantaged and veteran farmers and ranchers own and operate successful farms. Funding is made through the USDA’s Outreach and Assistance for Socially Disadvantaged Farmers and Ranchers and Veteran Farmers and Ranchers Program (also known as the 2501 Program). […]
Candidates for Sullivan County Fair Queen announced
The candidates for the Sullivan County Fair Queen and Junior Miss Fair Queen Pageant have been announced. Coordinator Ali McCully reports candidates for Sullivan County Fair Queen are Tahli Gray of Milan, Mary Watt of Green City, Anna Vicente of Milan, Emma Clark of Milan, and Jacquelyn Perez of Milan. Gray is sponsored by Benjamin […]
Pleasant View Board of Education approves budget, accepts bids for milk and diesel
The Pleasant View R-6 Board of Education approved the 2019-2020 budget at a meeting Tuesday evening. Revenues are anticipated at $1,625,948, and expenditures are projected at $1,628,252, leaving an expected deficit of $2,304. The board approved amending the 2018-2019 budget to match actual revenues and expenditures. A five-year certificate of deposit was approved at Putnam […]
Audio: Missouri farmer testifies before U.S. House subcommittee about struggles from trade war
A Missouri farmer and American Soybean Association board member has told a U.S. House subcommittee he and other farmers are hurting because of the ongoing trade war with China. Ronnie Russell says as late as April, farmers were hopeful an end to the feud was at hand. Russell says Congress should do everything […]
Trenton R-9 Board of Education tackles issue of cell phone use in classrooms
The Trenton R-9 Board of Education approved student handbooks at a meeting Tuesday evening, with the exception of 90% attendance for trips, assemblies, and dances in the Trenton High School and Middle School handbooks, on a split vote. Board member David Whitaker moved, and Dorothy Taul seconded the motion, which passed three to two. Board […]