Several local chapters earned awards at the 93rd Missouri FFA Convention in Sedalia.\ Chillicothe FFA 3rd In Ag Sales The Chillicothe FFA Chapter placed third in the agricultural sales career […]
USDA: Food Prices Up In 2020 – Trent To Continue In 2021
Consumers have seen food prices climb sharply over the past year and the US Department of Agriculture says that trend will continue in 2021. Carolyn Chelius, USDA economist says prices […]
Chillicothe FFA Barnwarming
The Chillicothe FFA Barnwarming fundraiser is taking place to support chapter activities. Ava Gibson, a Senior at the Chillicothe High School and a member of the Chillicothe FFA, explains Barnwarming. […]
Keithley’s Barrow Part Of Sale Of Champions
The annual Missouri State Fair Sale of Champions raised just over $193,000 to support the Youth in Agriculture scholarship program. The funds were raised through the sale of the Grand […]
Generational Farms Deal With COVID-19
When dealing with COVID-19 or Coronavirus, having a multi-generational farm can bring unique challenges. Valarie Tate from the University of Missouri Extension Service says we need to think about how […]
Fertilizing Trees? You May Want To Wait!
If you are considering giving you trees and shrubs a little boost this fall by applying some fertilizer, hold off! Tim Baker, a Horticulture Specialist with the University of Missouri […]
Livestock Concerns After Flooding
As floodwaters recede, the University of Missouri Extension reminds livestock producers that are several things to keep in mind. Jenna Monnig says there are potential hazards the flooding may bring […]
Mooresville Man Selected As KCHI Farm 40 Free Winner
The 2019 KCHI Farm 40 Free winner is Rob Roberts of Mooresville. Roberts’ name was drawn from the entries collected from the area sponsors and he is the winner of […]
Pesticide Applicator Program Offered
For farmers to purchase or apply restricted use pesticides, they must first obtain a private pesticide applicator’s license. The University of Missouri Extension is offering a free course, February 6th […]
