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Sorghum midge in Missouri (2000)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2000)
The sorghum midge, Contarinia sorghicola (Coquillett), is an important pest of many sorghum species, including grain sorghum, Sorghum bicolor L. Both grain sorghum and johnsongrass, S. halepense (L.) Pers., are its primary ...
Tip tank for flushing dairy free-stall alleys (1993)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1993)
A 500-gallon cylindrical tip tank is capable of flushing dairy free-stall alleys up to 10 feet wide and 40 feet long. Wider areas may be flushed, but they may need two or more tanks discharged simultaneously. Longer alleys ...
Soybean pest management: stink bugs (2000)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2000)
In Missouri, the green stink bug, Acrosternum hilare (Say), and brown stink bugs, Euschistus spp., commonly infest soybean fields. Throughout North America, the green stink bug is tied for second among all insect species attacking soybean pods...
Design criteria for debris sasins (1993)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1993)
A debris basin provides storage for silt, sand, gravel, or other debris moving from adjacent lands. The debris causes damage when it moves with runoff water from its source on land adjacent to a landowner's farm and deposits ...
Seedcorn maggot (2002)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2002)
The seedcorn maggot, Delia platura (Meigen), is an occasional pest of agronomic crops in Missouri. This insect is widely distributed throughout the temperature zones of the world. It was not discovered in the United States until 1855. This insect...
The bluegrasses (1993)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1993)
There are multiple varieties of bluegrasses in Missouri. This publication provides some general information about these bluegrasses as well as guidelines for maintaining them....
Establishing birdsfoot trefoil in bluegrass sod (1993)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1993)
This guide will aid readers in establishing birdsfoot trefoil in bluegrass sod....
Sampling plant tissue and soil for analysis (1993)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1993)
Spectrographic analysis of plant tissue is a relatively new and accurate method for determining levels of major and minor elements in growing crops. However, good results make proper sampling of crops necessary. If you ...
Selecting and working with a farm building contractor (1993)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1993)
. The purpose of this guide is to review some of the items related to selecting and working with a building contractor....
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)
Home curing bacon for a mild flavor (2006)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2006)
Most people eat bacon because they like it, not for its nutritional value. Country-cured bacon is usually more salty and less desirable than commercially prepared bacon. This guide will outline procedures for curing bacon to get a mild flavor....
Operating and maintaining grassed outlet terrace systems (1993)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1993)
Operating terrace systems properly depends on good farming practices and prompt correction of problems. Terraces should be inspected one or more times each year. Terrace ridge height and shape should be maintained as built. ...
Collection and submission of samples for fish-kill investigation and toxic-substance analysis (2011)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2011)
Fish kills occur in natural and cultured populations. They can be due to disease, poor water quality or a toxic substance. Fish kills represent emergencies, and producers must be prepared for them in advance.
Brooding and rearing ducklings and goslings (1993)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1993)
Today, hatcheries produce day-old ducklings and goslings in large numbers. Commercial growers brood and rear them in about the same way they would baby chicks.
Roses : care after planting (2004)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2004)
Roses are well adapted to many different environmental conditions. However, proper care after planting is essential to develop the plants into beautiful and productive specimens.
Animal feeding operations and residential value : summary of literature (2011)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2011)
This literature review evaluates and summarizes the impacts of animal feeding operations (AFOs) on surrounding residential and nonresidential land prices. It is based on 14 studies on the impact of AFOs on rural residence ...
Operating and maintaining underground outlet terrace systems (1993)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1993)
The proper operation of underground outlet terrace systems depends on good farming practices, frequent inspections and prompt correction of problems. Inspect your systems soon after each significant rainfall. This is the ...
Design criteria for canopy and hood inlet spillways (1993)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1993)
These criteria apply to the design of canopy and hood inlet spillways used as the principal spillway for ponds, irrigation reservoirs, and stabilization structures. The canopy or hood inlet spillway usually is used in ...
Preventing shocks to cows in milking parlors (1993)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1993)
A stray alternating electrical current of about 1/2 volt causes cows to be nervous and reluctant to enter parlor stalls; they also may shift around more and withhold milk.