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Splints in horses (2003)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2003)
Most people who own or breed horses are familiar with the cannon bone of the horse limb. On each side of the cannon bone is a small bone known as the splint bone. The small splint bones are thin and taper to become a small ...
Dairy Waste Management Systems in Missouri (2004)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2004)
Missouri dairy manure management can be classified into three systems -- solid, slurry or lagoon -- depending on the collection, transportation and distribution of manure on the fields. These systems are dependent on the ...
Dead Poultry Composter Project: Bill Harvill Composter (2009)
(University of Missouri Extension, 2009)
A grant of EPA funds was made available by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources in October 1990 to selected southwest Missouri poultry producers representing each of the five major poultry processing companies. The ...
Calculating fertilizer value of supplemental feed for cattle on pasture (2006)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2006)
Most cattle maintained on pasture receive supplemental feed during some portion of the year. Supplements are commonly fed to grazing cattle when pasture forage quality and quantity are below animal requirements.
Feed ingredient composition for beef cattle (2005)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2005)
It is essential to know feedstuff nutrient content in order to properly formulate beef cattle diets. This publication provides estimates of the nutrient composition of feedstuffs that are used commonly in Missouri.
Profitable poultry : raising birds on pasture (2002)
(University of Missouri Extension, 2002)
This publication features farmer experiences plus the latest research in a new "how-to" guide to raising chickens and turkeys using pens, movable fencing and pastures.
FAPRI analysis of CAP reform in the Agenda 2000 final decisions
(European Commission, 2000-02)
The Food and Agricultural Policy Research Institute (FAPRI) conducted two separate analyses of the final decisions on CAP reform in the Agenda 2000 using its models of EU and world agriculture. The FAPRI unit at Iowa State ...
Swine care, selection and showmanship (2003)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2003)
Youth livestock projects are valuable tools for teaching, learning and experiencing many of the aspects of life. The responsibility gained through participation in a livestock project is extremely valuable. Whatever the ...
Selecting a saddle (2002)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2002)
A saddle is one of the first pieces of equipment most people buy after they acquire a horse. It is a major investment; selecting and purchasing require much deliberation and knowledge. The life span of most saddles is ...
Determining reproductive fertility in herd bulls (2001)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2001)
The most important factor influencing the profitability of a beef operation is the percentage of the calf crop weaned, which, in turn, is determined mainly by the number of cows bred during the breeding season. The herd ...
Parents as Teachers (PAT) for Families with Low Incomes: A Collaborative Approach for Children Birth to Three
(Center for Family Policy & Research, 2005)
The Early Childhood Development Act of 1984 mandated that every school district in Missouri provide Parents as Teachers services to families with children birth to age 5. In 2003-04, a total of 45% of families in Missouri ...
Early Childhood Workforce Retention Rates: What factors impact the statistics?
(Center for Family Policy & Research, 2002)
When studying early childhood programs, it is important to look at two areas of workforce statistics: job retention rates and compensation data (salary and benefits). Across the nation, the early childhood field experiences ...
Child Care Quality for Children with Disabilities
(Center for Family Policy & Research, 2004-04)
In 2000, university researchers and state child care program partners in four states (Missouri, Iowa, Kansas, and Nebraska) initiated the Midwest Child Care Research Consortium (MCCRC). The focus of the Consortium's work ...
Rural Child Care in Missouri: How to Improve it
(Center for Family Policy & Research, 2005)
During 1997 and 1998, a large study called Project REACH (Rural EArly CHildhood Professional Development Initiative), was conducted in a series of interventions over a 16 month period in rural Missouri. The training and ...
FAPRI August 2009 Baseline Update for US Agricultural Markets
(Food and Agricultural Policy Research Institute (FAPRI) at the University of Missouri-Columbia, 2009-08)
This document serves as a mid-year update to the 2009 FAPRI baseline prepared in January 2009. It reflects market developments and incorporates estimate information available in early August 2009.
The State of Missouri's Children: 2009
(Center for Family Policy & Research, 2009-01)
A variety of problems affect the children of Missouri. The report contains details in categories including poverty, nutrition, education, health and welfare, substance abuse, teen pregnancy, and violence.
Insuring Quality Long-Term Nursing Care
(Center for Family Policy & Research, 2008-04)
The oldest members of the Baby Boom generation born between 1946 and 1964 will turn sixty-five in 2011. As the size of our senior population increases over the next few decades, so will their health care needs. In the early ...
Pediatric Dental Health Care: Recommended Practices for Helping Children and Parents
(Center for Family Policy & Research, 2003-02)
This brief contains recommendations focused on early childhood education practices that can strengthen pediatric dental care. It included recommendations for educating both parents and children in dental practices.
Understanding and Preventing Freeze Damage in Vineyards: Workshop Proceedings (2007)
(University of Missouri Extension, 2007)
The proceedings of this December 2007 workshop will be a valuable resource for current and aspiring producers wishing to understand freeze injury in grapevines and of special interest to those wishing to explore the available ...
Pumps and Watering Systems for Managed Beef Grazing (2000)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2000)
Water for beef cattle may come from wells, ponds, creeks, springs or public water supplies, although the last of these sources can be too costly for watering a large herd year-round. Wells are a prime source of water at ...