MU Extension in Lewis 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/21x56Ma

08/21/2026

Looking for practical information you can use on your farm or in your business? Join us September 9 for updates on livestock health, ag policy, markets, estate planning, and pest monitoring. Connect with other women in agriculture while gaining insights from industry experts. Registration is free and lunch is provided.

Register: pears.io/events/mu/8538/

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/21x55jr

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/21x532k

08/19/2026

Save the date for the 2026 Women in Agriculture Workshop—September 9 in Ewing, MO! A day of inspiration, learning, and connection for women in ag. RSVP today!

Register: pears.io/events/mu/8538/

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.

08/18/2026

Last Chance!! Registration closes today for the Northeast Regional Grazing School.

If you've been considering attending, now is the time to sign up. Join us Aug. 25-27 in Williamstown for three days of hands-on learning, farm tours, grazing system design, forage management, livestock nutrition, and conservation opportunities.

✅ Farm tours
✅ Field exercises
✅ Lunch provided each day
✅ Cost-share program information

Register today: https://extension.missouri.edu/events/ne-regional-grazing-school-2026

For more information, contact Brenda Schreck at 573-767-5273.

Join us for the Regional Grazing School August 25–27, 2026, in Williamstown, MO.

This three-day, hands-on workshop will cover management intensive grazing, animal nutrition, forage and soil basics, fencing, water systems, grazing design, and more—plus farm tours and field exercises.

Cost is $110 per person ($50 for an additional participant from the same farm), which includes materials and lunch each day. Space is limited.

Register by August 18 by calling 573-767-5273 or online pears.io/events/mu/7712/

View the brochure: https://tinyurl.com/mr2eftyd

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/21x4Zwz

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/21x4VRG

Learn about the Missouri Beginning Farmers and Ranchers program: https://brnw.ch/21x4VRH

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.