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Silverfish and firebrats (2007)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2007)
Silverfish and firebrats (also called bristletails) belong to the insect order Thysanura. Three species of silverfish, Lepisma saccharina, Ctenolepisma longicaudata and Ctenolepisma quadriseriata, and one species of firebrat, ...
Hackberry psyllids (2007)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2007)
Hackberry psyllids are tiny, jumping plant lice (family Psyllidae) that infest hackberry trees. Several species of psyllids infest hackberry. The most common is Pachypsylla celtidismamma. They resemble miniature cicadas ...
Fieldwork days and machinery capacity (2007)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2007)
capital cost of equipment add complexity to an important decision. In this guide, the probability of not completing fieldwork in a timely fashion is used as a way to quantify the risk of incurring excess costs due to weather uncertainty. Without climatic...
Days suitable for fieldwork in Missouri (2007)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2007)
The number of days available to complete land-based agricultural activities influences decisions about inputs (e.g., variety/hybrid planted, pesticide used) and machinery. Limited fieldwork days during critical times, such as tillage, planting...
Agricultural guide series contents
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2010)
"The Agricultural Guide series is constantly changing as new titles are added and existing publications are revised or discontinued. Most of the guides listed here are also available on the MU Extension website, http://extension.missouri...
Paddlefish production : opportunities for Missouri pond and lake owners (2007)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2007)
Sowbugs, pillbugs, millipedes and centipedes (2007)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2007)
Sowbugs and pillbugs are closely related to shrimp, crabs and lobsters. Although they may occasionally invade the home, they normally prefer moist areas outdoors at the soil surface in mulched flowerbeds, leaf litter, grass ...
Pruning ornamental shrubs (2007)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2007)
Pruning is often misunderstood and improperly practiced. Proper pruning is not difficult if a regular maintenance schedule is followed. A plant that has been neglected is difficult or impossible to prune. Therefore, pruning ...
Spring flowering bulbs : daffodils (2007)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2007)
Few garden plants give as much pleasure with as little effort as daffodils. They are one of the most vigorous and colorful flowers of spring. With good drainage they thrive in most soils, although they prefer a medium-heavy loam.
The Missouri phosphorus index (2007)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2007)
Phosphorus (P) is the nutrient limiting algal production in many Missouri streams and lakes. Water quality deteriorates when too much phosphorus enters a stream or lake, a process called eutrophication. Excess phosphorus also can reduce water...
Yearling beef steer feeding planning budget (2020)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2020)
"This budget presents information useful to beef farmers. Table 1 presents estimates for yearling beef steers in Missouri that were purchased in November 2020 and sold in April 2021 (5 month feeding period with a 3.65 average daily gain...
Updates to Missouri's private pesticide applicator manual
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2022)
in safe and effective pesticide handling and use, Missouri's 2007 Private Pesticide Applicator Reference Manual (MU Extension publication M87) was revised in 2021 and scheduled to be published in 2022. The update was needed because, aside from the Missouri...
Farm land values for midwestern states (2014)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2014)
Farm land values for midwestern states (2015)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2015)
Selected ground covers for Missouri (2007)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2007)
Ground covers are low-growing plants that spread quickly to form a dense cover. They add beauty to the landscape and at the same time help prevent soil erosion. Grass is the best known ground cover, but grass is not suited ...
Assisting the beef cow at calving time (2022)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2022)
"The purpose of this guide is to acquaint cattle producers with calving management principles that will help minimize calf loss in their herds."--Page 1....
Selling strategies for local food producers (2007)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2007)
are looking to buy tasty, healthy food directly from farmers - farmers with whom they can talk, ask questions and build relationships. However, these new market opportunities, particularly in farmers' markets, community supported agriculture (CSA), roadside...
Hog Manure and Domestic Wastewater Management Objectives (2007)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2007)
The objective of this publication is to identify the differences and similarities between managing municipal wastewater and managing the manure from grow-finish pig systems.
Divorce and adults (2007)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2007)
Calculating plant-available nitrogen and residual nitrogen fertilizer value in manure (2007)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2007)
Manure typically is used as a fertilizer for crop production. This guide details the calculations needed to determine the fertilizer nitrogen value of manure, termed 'plant-available nitrogen' (PAN). The guide also details 'residual nitrogen...