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Plant asparagus now for years of harvest! βœ… Full sun, well-drained soil βœ… Add compost βœ… Plant crowns 12–18" apart in 6–8" trenches βœ… Harvest in 2–3 years, then enjoy for 10+! More info: brnw.ch/21wRUSH. #ExtendMU #HomeGardening #SpringPlanting #GrowAsparagus

Plant asparagus now for years of harvest!
βœ… Full sun, well-drained soil
βœ… Add compost
βœ… Plant crowns 12–18" apart in 6–8" trenches
βœ… Harvest in 2–3 years, then enjoy for 10+!

More info: brnw.ch/21wRUSH.
#ExtendMU #HomeGardening #SpringPlanting #GrowAsparagus
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Addiction costs MO millions in lost productivity. The Recovery Friendly Workplace initiative helps employers support those affected by substance use disorders, creating a healthier work environment. Learn how to make your workplace recovery friendly: brnw.ch/21wRWpB

Addiction costs MO millions in lost productivity. The Recovery Friendly Workplace initiative helps employers support those affected by substance use disorders, creating a healthier work environment. 

Learn how to make your workplace recovery friendly: brnw.ch/21wRWpB
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Explore agricultural lease arrangements and learn to estimate the values of land, leases & custom work in the virtual Lunch & Learn Series πŸ“… April 17 - May 15 πŸ•› 12:15 – 12:45 PM πŸ’» Virtual πŸ’² $15 for all 5 sessions πŸ‘‰ Register: brnw.ch/21wRZ70

Explore agricultural lease arrangements and learn to estimate the values of land, leases & custom work in the virtual Lunch & Learn Series

πŸ“… April 17 - May 15
πŸ•› 12:15 – 12:45 PM
πŸ’» Virtual
πŸ’² $15 for all 5 sessions
πŸ‘‰ Register: brnw.ch/21wRZ70
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Missouri tourism supports 320,000 jobs, nearly 12% of the state's workforce. From 2021 to 2024, tourism jobs grew by 12.5%, especially aiding rural areas. In Stone and Taney counties, over a third of jobs are tourism-related. πŸ“ˆ More insights: brnw.ch/21wS3Gt

Missouri tourism supports 320,000 jobs, nearly 12% of the state's workforce. From 2021 to 2024, tourism jobs grew by 12.5%, especially aiding rural areas. In Stone and Taney counties, over a third of jobs are tourism-related.

πŸ“ˆ More insights: brnw.ch/21wS3Gt
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Last chance to submit your Century Farm applications! If your family has owned a farm for 100+ years by Dec. 31, 2025, you qualify. Apply by May 1: brnw.ch/21wQB8Q #CenturyFarm #MissouriCenturyFarm #FamilyFarmLegacy #FarmHeritage #ExtendMU

Last chance to submit your Century Farm applications! If your family has owned a farm for 100+ years by Dec. 31, 2025, you qualify. 

Apply by May 1: brnw.ch/21wQB8Q 
#CenturyFarm #MissouriCenturyFarm #FamilyFarmLegacy #FarmHeritage #ExtendMU
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Overwhelmed by streaming options? Check out the latest blog on MoBroadband.org for tips on choosing the right service for your needs and budget. Say goodbye to decision fatigue and hello to smarter streaming! #MUExtDigitalAmbassadors #ExploreYourPossibilities #ExtendMU

Overwhelmed by streaming options? Check out the latest blog on MoBroadband.org for tips on choosing the right service for your needs and budget. Say goodbye to decision fatigue and hello to smarter streaming! 

#MUExtDigitalAmbassadors #ExploreYourPossibilities #ExtendMU
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Pollinators are vital for our food and ecosystems, yet their numbers are declining. Join our Master Pollinator Steward course starting May 5 to learn how to protect them! May 5 β€” June 16 β€’ 9:30 a.m. β€” Noon Register: brnw.ch/21wS92l #SaveThePollinators #ExtendMU

Pollinators are vital for our food and ecosystems, yet their numbers are declining. 

Join our Master Pollinator Steward course starting May 5 to learn how to protect them! 

May 5 β€” June 16 β€’ 9:30 a.m. β€” Noon  
Register: brnw.ch/21wS92l

#SaveThePollinators  #ExtendMU
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New publication from MU Extension: Learn how forage management can help control parasites in sheep and goats β€” reducing reliance on dewormers and improving animal health. Learn more: brnw.ch/21wSc09 #Sheep #Goats #ExtendMU #SustainableFarming #ForageManagement

New publication from MU Extension: Learn how forage management can help control parasites in sheep and goats β€” reducing reliance on dewormers and improving animal health.

Learn more: brnw.ch/21wSc09

#Sheep #Goats #ExtendMU #SustainableFarming #ForageManagement
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Join us on May 2 from 1:30 to 2:30 for the CEC Monthly Exchange Webinar, featuring the successful Hannibal Area CEO program. Register now: extension.missouri.edu/events/2025-ce…

Join us on May 2 from 1:30 to 2:30 for the CEC Monthly Exchange Webinar, featuring the successful Hannibal Area CEO program. Register now: extension.missouri.edu/events/2025-ce…
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Missouri residents! Show your creativity at home during Show Me Neighborhood Art Week starting June 1. Create yard sculptures, chalk art, painted stones and murals! Register by May 25: brnw.ch/21wSiq6 #MissouriCreativity #NeighborhoodArt #CommunityArt

Missouri residents! Show your creativity at home during Show Me Neighborhood Art Week starting June 1. Create yard sculptures, chalk art, painted stones and murals! 

Register by May 25: brnw.ch/21wSiq6

 #MissouriCreativity #NeighborhoodArt #CommunityArt
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Recent rain in MO doesn't eliminate summer drought risk. Prepare your forage strategy now for resilience. Diversifying with warm-season grasses and legumes can cut shortages, lower fertilizer costs, and reduce reliance on expensive feeds. Learn more: brnw.ch/21wSloE

Recent rain in MO doesn't eliminate summer drought risk. Prepare your forage strategy now for resilience. 

Diversifying with warm-season grasses and legumes can cut shortages, lower fertilizer costs, and reduce reliance on expensive feeds. 

Learn more: brnw.ch/21wSloE
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High-speed internet has changed how we enjoy tunes. Check out our latest blog on brnw.ch/21wSnaM for the best options to fit your needs and budget. Learn more: brnw.ch/21wSnaN #MOExtDigitalAmbassadors #ExploreYourPossibilities #ExtendMU

High-speed internet has changed how we enjoy tunes. Check out our latest blog on brnw.ch/21wSnaM for the best options to fit your needs and budget.  

Learn more: brnw.ch/21wSnaN 

#MOExtDigitalAmbassadors #ExploreYourPossibilities #ExtendMU
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The latest Missouri Economy Indicators brief shows the state's population reached 6.25 million in 2024, making it the 19th most populous state. From 2020 to 2024, Missouri added over 90,000 residents (1.5% increase) due to migration. Read the full brief: brnw.ch/21wSqdh

The latest Missouri Economy Indicators brief shows the state's population reached 6.25 million in 2024, making it the 19th most populous state. From 2020 to 2024, Missouri added over 90,000 residents (1.5% increase) due to migration.

Read the full brief: brnw.ch/21wSqdh
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The Productive Pastures Podcast features conversations with livestock producers, researchers & experts on topics like management-intensive grazing, livestock production and forage management. Listen for tips on improving profitability & productivity: brnw.ch/21wStvS

The Productive Pastures Podcast features conversations with livestock producers, researchers & experts on topics like management-intensive grazing, livestock production and forage management.

Listen for tips on improving profitability & productivity: brnw.ch/21wStvS
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Warm-season grasses like Big Bluestem, Switchgrass and Bermuda thrive in Missouriβ€”but only if your soil is ready. Test soil every 3 yrs (Feb–Mar), aim for pH 6.0–6.5 and fertilize April–June. Learn more: brnw.ch/21wSvsI #ExtendMU #ForageManagement #SoilHealth #2xAg2030

Warm-season grasses like Big Bluestem, Switchgrass and Bermuda thrive in Missouriβ€”but only if your soil is ready.

Test soil every 3 yrs (Feb–Mar), aim for pH 6.0–6.5 and fertilize April–June.

Learn more: brnw.ch/21wSvsI
#ExtendMU #ForageManagement #SoilHealth #2xAg2030
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🌾 Cut hay in May for top quality! Early harvest boosts nutrition, regrowth & weed control. Store it dry & off the ground. More details: brnw.ch/21wSEy7 #HaySeason #ExtendMU #ForageManagement #FarmSmart #MissouriAg #2xAg2030

🌾 Cut hay in May for top quality! Early harvest boosts nutrition, regrowth & weed control. Store it dry & off the ground. 

More details: brnw.ch/21wSEy7

#HaySeason #ExtendMU #ForageManagement #FarmSmart #MissouriAg #2xAg2030
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Join the free virtual Mental Health First Aid for Youth class 5/21, 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Skills you'll gain: βœ”οΈ Recognize warning signs βœ”οΈ Listen without judgment βœ”οΈ Offer reassurance βœ”οΈ Encourage self-care πŸ“… Register: brnw.ch/21wSGae #MentalHealthMatters

Join the free virtual Mental Health First Aid for Youth class 5/21, 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. 

Skills you'll gain: 
βœ”οΈ Recognize warning signs 
βœ”οΈ Listen without judgment 
βœ”οΈ Offer reassurance 
βœ”οΈ Encourage self-care 

πŸ“… Register: brnw.ch/21wSGae 

#MentalHealthMatters
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Are passwords the best defense against today's cyber threats? Read the latest blog on MOBroadband to discover how passkeys & passwordless logins are reshaping security: brnw.ch/21wSOWK #MUEXTDigitalAmbassadors #CyberSecurity #DigitalSafety #ExtendMU

Are passwords the best defense against today's cyber threats? 

Read the latest blog on MOBroadband to discover how passkeys & passwordless logins are reshaping security: brnw.ch/21wSOWK

#MUEXTDigitalAmbassadors #CyberSecurity #DigitalSafety #ExtendMU
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🌱 Jefferson Farm & Garden donated 5K+ veggie plants to 750 community gardens! Last year, 32% of these gardens reported over $36K in produce harvested. Learn more: brnw.ch/21wSQXe #ExtendMU #GrowMissouri #CommunityGardens #2xAg2030

🌱 Jefferson Farm & Garden donated 5K+ veggie plants to 750 community gardens! Last year, 32% of these gardens reported over $36K in produce harvested. 

Learn more: brnw.ch/21wSQXe

#ExtendMU #GrowMissouri #CommunityGardens #2xAg2030
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This Memorial Day, we pay tribute to the courageous individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice by donning the red poppy, a powerful symbol of remembrance. Discover the rich history of the poppy here: brnw.ch/21wSVPJ #MemorialDay

This Memorial Day, we pay tribute to the courageous individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice by donning the red poppy, a powerful symbol of remembrance.

Discover the rich history of the poppy here: brnw.ch/21wSVPJ

#MemorialDay