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Callie Glascock
Fiscal Administrative Management
B-10 Whitten Hall
Columbia, MO 65211
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 573-882-4522

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Butler County MO Soil and Water Conservation District is doing great work helping farmers receive cost share improvement...
10/16/2026

Butler County MO Soil and Water Conservation District is doing great work helping farmers receive cost share improvements in their farming operations! Thanks for all you guys do!

Meet Your Soil & Water Conservation District Team! 👋

We’re excited to share our updated board and staff photo. Butler County SWCD is committed to protecting our county’s natural resources, promoting responsible land management, and helping our community conserve the soil and water we depend on every day. 💚

Pictured from left to right:
🌱 Bailey Henderson — District Manager
🌱 David Leonard —District Technician
🌱 Traven Crocker — Secretary
🌱 Matt Stacy — Vice-Chairman
🌱 Zane Clark — Chairman
🌱 Jordan Thomas — Member
🌱 Brian Yarbro — Treasurer

10/16/2026

Why do some seeds need a winter chill before they grow?

Many perennial flowers and native plants won't sprout right away. They need a process called cold stratification, which mimics winter conditions and signals the seeds that it's safe to germinate when spring arrives.

There are several ways to cold stratify seeds, including refrigerating them indoors or winter sowing in recycled containers. In this video, we're introducing another simple method that lets nature do the work.

Watch Part 1 to learn why cold stratification matters, then stay tuned for Part 2, where we'll show you how to cold stratify seeds using pots and garden soil right in your own backyard.

10/15/2026

Tax professionals – prepare for the year ahead with MU Extension’s 2026 Fall Tax School, a two-day continuing education program designed to help you confidently navigate tax issues affecting your farm clients.

Organized by MU Extension - Agriculture and Environment Program’s Marry Sobba, Fall Tax Schools combine nationally developed curriculum and state-specific expertise to build your knowledge. Schools will be offered at locations across the state and online.

Find a location and register today:
https://muext.us/falltaxschool26

10/15/2026

Looking for a make-ahead fall breakfast that’s easy on both your schedule and your budget? These Pumpkin Breakfast Cookies are soft, lightly sweet and filled with pumpkin, warm spices, raisins and nuts.

Made with whole-wheat flour and nutrient-rich ingredients, they’re a satisfying option for busy mornings, lunch boxes or an afternoon snack.

Better yet, you can bake 48 cookies in about 30 minutes for roughly $0.15-$0.20 per cookie!

Get this recipe and other pumpkin favorites: https://brnw.ch/21x6r2h

ATTENTION AGRICULTURAL LENDERS!! Are you needing some Practical Economic Insights for the new year coming up? Well your ...
10/15/2026

ATTENTION AGRICULTURAL LENDERS!! Are you needing some Practical Economic Insights for the new year coming up? Well your in luck!

These seminars provide agricultural lenders and financial services professionals with timely information on Missouri crop and livestock markets, agricultural enterprise budgets, land values, cash rental rates, and other topics relevant to their work with farmers and rural communities. The series includes five in-person locations across the state, with additional webinar content available to participating organizations and their clientele in winter 2026 and spring 2027.

For more information or questions, please contact Ben Brown at 573-882-6527 or email at [email protected].

Interested in joining a Chronic Disease Self-Management Program from the comfort of your home? Check out the information...
10/15/2026

Interested in joining a Chronic Disease Self-Management Program from the comfort of your home? Check out the information below to see how that's possible! For any questions please call MU Extension in Howell -County at 417-256-2391.

Perry County Extension is excited to announce that you will now have the opportunity to attend a Living a Healthy Life – a Chronic Disease Self-Management Program from the comfort of your own home!

This class will be a Virtual Class via Zoom to be held on Mondays, November 2 - December 7, 2026, from 9:00 -11:30 a.m.

Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions programs are six week, highly interactive group programs to help people with chronic disease(s) and caregivers of people with chronic disease(s) gain self-confidence in their ability to control their symptoms and learn how their health problems affect their lives. Participants make weekly action plans, share experiences, and help each other solve problems they encounter in creating and carrying out their self-management program.
• Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions (CDSMP) topics include dealing with feelings of fear and isolation, appropriate exercise, medication use, nutrition, managing depression, how to evaluate new treatments, and communicating with family, friends. and health team.

These classes will be taught by University of Missouri Field Specialists in Nutrition and Health, Bethany Bachmann and Kelley Brent, and Nutrition and Health Educator, Alicia Amyx-Winrod.

To register for this FREE class visit: https://pears.io/events/mu/11191/ or call the Howell County Extension Office at 417-256-2391. You will be sent the Zoom link before the first class.

Make small changes to your routines, habits, and physical activities to improve your life!

Maurice Theriot, a former member of the MU Extension in Butler County council, was named a Spark Award winner for 2026. ...
10/14/2026

Maurice Theriot, a former member of the MU Extension in Butler County council, was named a Spark Award winner for 2026. Only six winners were selected!!

Maurice does excellent work with South Side Farms in Cape Girardeau, and remains actively engaged with MU Extension, Lincoln University, and many other community groups. His wife, Dr. Maxine Theriot, is a current member of the Butler County Extension Council as well.

This is a well-deserved honor for Mr. Theriot!

Congratulations, Maurice!

Read more in the online story below ⬇️⬇️⬇️

Older Americans are building wealth at a historic pace. Since 1992, the median net worth of households led by adults 65 ...
10/14/2026

Older Americans are building wealth at a historic pace. Since 1992, the median net worth of households led by adults 65 and older has roughly doubled, outpacing gains among younger households.

The map shows where adults age 65 and older are choosing to relocate in Missouri. In 2024, older adults accounted for 2.8% of new county residents statewide, with similar rates in metropolitan (2.7%) and nonmetropolitan (3.2%) counties.

What could that mean for Missouri communities? With relatively low living costs, access to outdoor recreation and proximity to major metro areas, many rural communities may be well-positioned to attract retirees and the economic activity they bring.

Read the latest Missouri Economy Indicators brief to learn how the growing wealth of older households could influence Missouri's economy and rural communities.

Looking for a lower-sugar Halloween? Start here.Did you know some studies suggest children may consume the equivalent of...
10/13/2026

Looking for a lower-sugar Halloween? Start here.

Did you know some studies suggest children may consume the equivalent of about 3 cups of sugar on Halloween? While enjoying a few favorite treats is part of the celebration, many families are looking for ways to reduce the post-Halloween sugar overload.

One fun option is the Switch Witch, a tradition where children leave some of their candy out overnight and "trade" it for a small surprise such as a book, craft kit or coloring activity. It helps reduce the amount of candy hanging around for weeks while keeping the excitement of Halloween intact.

As we continue sharing fire safety tips beyond Fire Prevention Week, it's important to think about the devices you charg...
10/12/2026

As we continue sharing fire safety tips beyond Fire Prevention Week, it's important to think about the devices you charge every day. Smartphones, laptops, power tools, e-bikes and other devices powered by lithium-ion batteries are part of everyday life, but improper charging can increase the risk of overheating, fire or explosion.

The risk is growing. A report from the National Institute of Standards and Technology estimates that since 2011, there have been roughly 198,000 lithium-ion battery fires in structures nationwide and about 5,700 fires involving electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. The number of battery-related fires continues to increase each year.

Help protect your home and family by:
• Using the charger recommended by the manufacturer.
• Charging devices on hard, flat surfaces.
• Unplugging devices when fully charged.
• Replacing batteries that become hot, swell, smoke or give off unusual odors.

Learn more about lithium-ion battery safety and other fire prevention tips: https://brnw.ch/21x6lr1

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Poplar Bluff, MO
63901

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Tuesday 9am - 3pm
Wednesday 9am - 3pm
Thursday 9am - 3pm

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