The U.S. Drought Monitor is jointly produced by the National Drought Mitigation Center at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration. (Map courtesy of NDMC.)

Varying temps and moisture on the forecast

University of Missouri Extension field specialist in agronomy Rudra Baral recommends a precise soil test every three years to help prevent buying and applying unneeded fertilizer. Photo courtesy of Rudra Baral.

Soil tests key to fertilizing warm-season forages

In the spring field young alfalfa grows. (Adobe Stock │ #261830518 - orestligetka)

2025 alfalfa weevil egg hatch starts

Basket full of fresh eggs with red laying hen in nest inside a wooden chicken coop on the background. (Adobe Stock │ #529849775 - alter_photo)

Backyard Laying Hen Workshop set for May 10

  • By Patrick Davis │ University of Missouri Extension
Feeders are looking for opportunities to add capacity, if it is feasible. This photo was taken during a King of the Ring competition several years ago at Winter Livestock, Dodge City, Kansas. (Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.)

High Plains cattle sales report

Cover crops growing in a field of no-till corn. (Photo courtesy of Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.)

Iowa cover crop decision tool updated

Brennen, a 4-H member from Jackson County, displays his fish, showcasing the joys of outdoor activities and fishing. (ISU Extension and Outreach)

Iowa 4-H launches new statewide fishing club

  • By Sydney Peterson │ ISU Extension and Outreach
If you receive seeds in the mail that you didn't order, do not plant them. They could be invasive species or harbor pests or diseases harmful to native plants, insects, crops and livestock. (2020 Missouri Department of Agriculture file photo)

Don’t plant seeds you didn’t order

  • By Linda Geist │ University of Missouri Extension