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MU Extension offers free bilingual composting workshop for livestock producers
COLUMBIA, Mo. – University of Missouri Extension will hold a free bilingual workshop Nov. 13 in Columbia for farm employees directly involved in livestock mortality composting operations.The workshop is designed with special attention to ensuring that Spanish-speaking staff have access to this important training, said workshop coordinator Teng Lim, an MU Extension agricultural engineer.“Our workshop…
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MU Jefferson Farm’s accessible beehives help veterans
Slovenian-style beekeeping hives support veterans with disabilities while promoting wellness, community and agricultural educationCOLUMBIA, Mo. – Accessible, ergonomically designed beehives at the University of Missouri’s Jefferson Farm and Garden Extension and Education Center give disabled veterans an opportunity to practice beekeeping.The new hives grew out of MU Extension’s Heroes to Hives program, which addresses the…
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Van-Far cross-country teams punch ticket to State
By Brandie GayThe Van-Far High School cross country teams are headed to the Missouri State Cross Country Championships after an outstanding performance at the district meet, where both the boys’ and girls’ teams secured top four finishes to earn state berths.The top four teams in each district race advance to the state championships, and the…