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Item Preserve it fresh, preserve it safe, volume 12, issue 1 January/February 2026(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2026)"We are well into winter and it is time to use the fresh produce you froze during the harvest months! Freezing produce, fish, meat, and poultry, is a convenient way to preserve food." -- first pageItem Positive discipline in child care(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2026)"Discipline is one of the most important tools child care providers use to help children grow. Yet, the word discipline is often misunderstood and is commonly associated with punishment or control. In reality, discipline is not simply about punishing children; it's about teaching and guiding them. It helps children learn how to make thoughtful choices and understand the difference between what is acceptable and what is not. Every child, regardless of age or temperament, can benefit from consistent, supportive guidance to develop the skills and understanding they need to thrive. Still, discipline is one of the most common and persistent challenges in child care settings. Like families, child care providers work with children who have different personalities, needs, and home experiences. Each child is unique, and what works for one may not work for another. Providers often deal with a wide range of behaviors, developmental needs, and family expectations - and it can be hard to know how to respond without effective strategies. This article talks about how positive discipline can help child care providers meet these challenges while fostering children's development in a thoughtful, respectful, and effective way." -- first pageItem Ecology and management of black bears in Missouri(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2026)"American black bears (Ursus americanus) are the most abundant bear species in North America, and populations have been gradually increasing in Missouri over the past several years. As of 2025, it is estimated that 1,000 bears currently reside in the state. Black bears (Figure 1) are native to Missouri and were abundant throughout the state until the 19th century, when bear populations decreased due to unregulated harvests and losses of forest habitat. During the 1960s, the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission captured 254 black bears in Minnesota and Manitoba, Canada, and released them in the Ozark and Ouachita mountain ranges in northern and western Arkansas. Over time, Arkansas' bear population increased, and as a result, hunting seasons were established. Over the past several decades, bear numbers have been gradually increasing in Missouri as bears from Arkansas have been dispersing northward into available habitats in the Ozark region and mixing with Missouri's remnant population. More recently, bears have been observed regularly north of the Missouri River, which further suggests that black bear populations are expanding their range in Missouri. The growth of Missouri's bear population should be considered a significant conservation success story. Now that a sustainable population is in place, a highly regulated hunting season has been established in certain areas of the state." -- first pageItem Understanding Your Soil Test Report: A Practical Guide to MU Soil & Plant Testing Laboratory Results and Recommendations(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2026)"Soil test reports are designed to translate laboratory measurements into practical nutrient and lime decisions. When sampling is consistent, and the correct crop and yield goal are selected, a soil test report can help you identify which nutrients are most likely to limit yield or quality, avoid unnecessary fertilizer inputs, and track soil fertility trends over time. Use this guide to: • confirm that your sample and report settings match your field, lawn, or garden (depth, units, crop, yield goal if required); • understand the major sections of the MU soil test report (soil test results, ratings, and recommendations); • interpret pH and acidity measures (pH, buffer pH, neutralizable acidity) and how they affect lime recommendations; • prioritize where fertilizer response is most likely; • utilize updated submission guidance for Extension office entries under the complete (regular) package; and • follow two examples of MU soil test reports (field crops first and horticultural crops second) using the attached sample reports." -- first pageItem Farmers guide to the H-2A visa program(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2026)"The H-2A visa program helps employers hire foreign workers for temporary agricultural jobs (Figure 1). The H-2A program was authorized by Congress under the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1952. The program has been used successfully by many agricultural employers as a way to meet their temporary and seasonal labor needs. This publication provides an overview of the H-2A program for Missouri agricultural producers." -- first page
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