COLUMBIA, Mo. – If you think autumn is the time to put away your gardening tools for the year, think again. It’s bulb-planting time. “Daffodils, tulips and hyacinths won’t greet you in the spring if they’re not planted in the fall,” said University of Missouri Extension horticulturist David Trinklein. “The bulbs of spring-blooming plants should […]
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COLUMBIA, Mo. – Recent rains may have brought relief to drought-stricken pastures, but livestock producers should remain alert for signs of prussic poisoning in cattle and horses, says Tim Evans, University of Missouri Extension state specialist in animal health and veterinary toxicology. Rainfall after drought can trigger new growth in Johnsongrass and other sorghum species.
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JEFFERSON CITY, MO, Oct. 14, 2026 – The Missouri Office of Administration’s Information Technology Services Division (OA-ITSD), in partnership with three state agencies, announced today the launch of the Show Me Your Age application, a streamlined digital tool designed to help businesses and regulatory bodies enforce legal age limits for regulated products. The application, also
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COLUMBIA, Mo. — When markets move, costs change or land values shift, agricultural lenders need context to understand what comes next and how those changes could affect their agricultural clientele. University of Missouri Extension’s 2026 Agricultural Lenders Seminar series is designed to strengthen that knowledge and help lenders make informed decisions. The seminar series will
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (October 14, 2026) — State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick has given the Office of State Treasurer (STO) a “good” rating in a new audit report that also recommends the office work with the General Assembly to ensure all investment interest income is handled in accordance with state law. The report recommends the STO
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JACKSON, Mo. – Brown marmorated stink bugs are a stinking pest that move inside to houses and other buildings, seeking shelter from cooler weather, says University of Missouri Extension agronomist Anthony Ohmes. Photo by Susan Ellis, Bugwood.org Brown marmorated stink bugs (BMSB) are native to Asia. They are notorious hitchhikers and were accidentally introduced into the
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With the arrival of fall, deer are more active during the evening and nighttime hours. Drivers are reminded to watch for deer. Deer behavioral changes will be occurring which may cause an increase in roadway crossings. Hunting and crop harvesting may result in these animals being in places they aren’t usually seen. Drivers are urged
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UNION, Mo. – It is fun for children to pick out or create their Halloween costumes, but make sure their costumes are not only fun but also safe. Check the fit. The fit of a costume and shoes is important. Make sure the costume is short enough to prevent tripping or snagging on objects. Look
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ST. LOUIS (Oct. 14, 2026) – Ameren has reinforced its commitment to strong community partnerships with $10 million in additional funding to replenish programs that help eligible customers manage their energy bills. “At Ameren, we know our strength is tied to the strength of the communities we serve,” said Gwen Mizell, Ameren senior vice president and
It was hotter than in July in some parts of the state. COLUMBIA, Mo. – September 2026 was Missouri’s warmest September on record, says University of Missouri Extension state climatologist Zachary Leasor. “It was exceptionally warm and generally dry across Missouri,” he says. With an average statewide temperature of 77 degrees Fahrenheit, the month was
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