A sign is posted in an attempt to keep germs and disease infecting farm animals. (iStock │ #531973270 - Modfos)

Review biosecurity basics to keep your herd safe

Grazing cattle in Kansas (Courtesy photo.)

Cattle and forage management for grazing success

Simple math and MU Extension ag business forage budgets can help you calculate production costs of making your own hay. Photo courtesy of Rachel Hopkins.

Use simple math to find your hay cost

Heavily pregnant cow with herdmates. (Adobe Stock │ #594195930 - jackienix)

Feeding tips for pregnant cows and heifers

Cow legs hooves close-up. Big adult heifer standing on the farm ground. (iStock │ #1413038413 - Tungalag Balzhirova)

Make sure foot rot doesn’t affect your bottom line

Tree pruning, tree care. (Adobe Stock │ #302968654 - U.J. Alexander)

Use caution when hiring tree care professionals

  • By Linda Geist │ University of Missouri Extension
MU Extension agronomist Tim Schnakenberg and dairy specialist Reagan Bluel urge forage growers to participate in the Ozark Empire Fair Hay Contest in Springfield. Photo courtesy of Tim Schnakenberg.

Ozark hay contest deadline is July 14

Fresh tomatoes. (Adobe Stock │ #136361599 - karepa)

Making pizza in the garden

  • By Linda Geist │ University of Missouri Extension