MU Extension in Scott County

08/21/2026

Looking for a budget-friendly meal that's both nutritious and easy to prepare?

Try this grilled apple and cheese sandwich. Crisp apples or pears and melty cheese come together on cinnamon raisin or whole wheat bread for a warm, flavorful meal that's ready with just a few simple ingredients.

At about $4.50 to $5.50 for four servings, it's an easy way to stretch your grocery budget while serving a satisfying lunch, light dinner or after-school snack.

Recipe card: https://brnw.ch/21x56Oa

08/20/2026

Missing your favorite salads lately?

If recent food safety concerns have you thinking about growing your own veggies, fall is one of the best times to get started.

Learn which cool-season crops thrive in autumn and how to use your first frost date to time planting for a fresh, productive harvest.

Learn more. Do more with MU Extension: https://brnw.ch/21x55kx

08/20/2026

He happens to be the best University of Missouri Extension Council Chairman! 💛🐯

Thank you, Joe, for all that you do! We appreciate your leadership, dedication, and everything you do for our Extension Council and community! 👏🏻🖤

Joe Pattengill. Scott County, Missouri.

Joe Pattengill has come at farming from just about every side of it. He spent time in retail ag, then ran the Charleston potato operation for Black Gold Farms — one of the largest potato growers in the state. Then, in the early nineties, he did the thing a lot of farm kids mean to and never quite get back to: he came home, and took up running the family farm, Northcut Farms, himself.

That is a particular kind of pull — to know the whole business inside out, from the retail counter to the row, and still choose your own family's ground in the end. Northcut Farms has been his to run for more than thirty years now.

That is the kind of life Joe Craig made the Farm Project to set down. Joe Pattengill's portrait is in the archive now — a permanent record, and a legacy handed down — made by the hand of Joe Craig, the Master of Light.

If you or your family have worked the ground in Scott County or close by, there's a place for you in this. Add your name to the record at the link below, or in our bio: https://forms.gle/LLQvqQvKuVsPjnLB6

And if you know someone who belongs in it, tag them below.

08/19/2026

Nitrogen prices have risen more than 40% in recent months, causing many livestock producers to take a closer look at fall fertility decisions.

Research shows fall nitrogen applications can increase stockpiled tall fescue yields, but the return on investment depends on fertilizer costs, hay prices and growing conditions.

To compare costs and make an informed decision based on your specific situation, use the formula in this article: https://brnw.ch/21x533J

08/18/2026

He never enjoyed exercise, until he found Stay Strong, Stay Healthy.

Hear how the program helped John Warren Travis improve his balance, build meaningful friendships and discover a fitness routine he genuinely enjoys. His story is a reminder that it's never too late to get stronger, stay active and connect with others in your community.

08/17/2026

Missouri has nearly 530,000 small businesses, according to the Small Business Administration, making up 99.4% of all businesses in the state. From Main Street storefronts to innovative startups, small businesses create jobs, strengthen local economies and help communities thrive.

MU Extension is proud to support entrepreneurs and business owners with research-based expertise, training and resources that help Missouri businesses start, grow and succeed.

Learn more about the Missouri SBDC: https://brnw.ch/21x4Zx9

08/14/2026

Using what she learned in the Missouri Beginning Farmers and Ranchers program, Liz Graznak turned her passion into a thriving business. Today her organic farm supplies fresh, locally grown produce to schools and food hubs.

Partnerships like these help students build a stronger connection to local agriculture while communities benefit from a more reliable food system.

Watch the full video: https://brnw.ch/21x4VSE

Learn about the Missouri Beginning Farmers and Ranchers program: https://brnw.ch/21x4VSD

08/13/2026

You've probably seen the buzz about raw milk online. But before you take a sip, it's important to understand the facts.

MU Extension nutrition and health specialist Melissa Cotton takes a science-based look at raw milk, separating fact from fiction and explaining what consumers should know before making decisions.

08/13/2026

We are recruiting a new MU Extension Agricultural Business and Policy Field Specialist based in Poplar Bluff in Butler County to serve Southeast Missouri.

This position will work directly with farmers, agricultural businesses, and community partners, providing practical education and technical assistance in farm management, business planning, marketing, finance, and risk management.

Interested candidates can learn more about the position, our team, and careers with MU Extension at muext.us/agbizcareers

08/12/2026

Headed to the Missouri State Fair?

Show us how you're spending your day at the fair with our Missouri State Fair Snapchat filters.

Snap a photo, use the filter and share your favorite fair moments. From livestock shows and exhibits to fair food and family fun, we want to see your experience.

Don't forget to tag MU Extension in your posts and photos for a chance to be featured on our social media channels.

Find the filters on Snapchat at or use the direct links:

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4-H Filter:
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We can't wait to see the fair through your eyes!