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Livestock Symposium Beef Program Focuses on Investing for the Future. KIRKSVILLE, Mo. – Beef producers will learn what opportunities and challenges are ahead at the 24th annual Missouri Livestock Symposium, says Garry L. Mathes, chairman. Farmers and ranchers will learn the value of management and marketing at the Symposium, on December 1 and 2. Zac Erwin, MU Extension Livestock Specialist and Symposium vice-chair, says “Industry dynamics are in a period of rapid change and producers need to make decisions now that will have long-lasting impacts. Our beef speaker lineup will address many of the issues important to beef producers.” Dr. Joe Horner, University of Missouri Extension State Ag Economics Specialist, will talk about “Bullet Proofing Your Beef Operation.” Dr. Eric Bailey, University of Missouri Extension State Beef Specialist, will speak on “How to Feed Cows with No Feed.” Wesley Tucker, MU Extension Agribusiness Specialist, will discuss “Which Has Risen Faster—Cattle Prices or Cost of Production?” Chris Perry, DVM from Bethel, Missouri will talk about “Deworming Strategies and Liver Fluke Control.” Erwin adds, “There are other notable beef topics in other sections of our lineup as well, discussing topics on beef cow leasing and pasture purchase prices.” Erwin continues, “The economic environment we are currently in as an industry has producers making decisions that have historically high nominal dollar amounts attached to them, and making informed decisions will have significant impacts moving
forward.” The Missouri Livestock Symposium has an agricultural trade show open during the two days. The Missouri Livestock Symposium meets at Matthew Middle School, 1515 Cottage Grove. The hours are 4 to 10 pm. Friday, December 1, and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, December 2. In addition to sessions on beef, others are on horses, sheep and market goats, forages, stock dogs, and farm succession planning. Multiple tracks go at the same time. Keynote speaker Corbitt Wall, Livestock Market Analyst for DV Auction will speak on Friday night. The program is free, with no advance registration. The Symposium offers a complimentary beef dinner, at 6 p.m. Friday and a complimentary lunch on Saturday. Meals are sponsored by Missouri commodity groups. A volunteer symposium committee organizes the event. The Symposium is free thanks to many sponsors, including Platinum level sponsors University of Missouri Extension, Sullivan Auctioneers, LLC, Missouri Department of Agriculture, Missouri Sheep Merchandising Council, FCS Financial, KTVO Studios, MFA Oil, USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service, and the Missouri Beef Industry Council. Details and additional sponsors are on the internet at www.missourilivestock.com, or ask at Adair County MU Extension Center, 660-6659866. The Symposium draws visitors from across Missouri and nearby states.
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Campbell Outlines University of MO Extension Services for Rotary
November 22, 2023
Journal Notes Neighbors Helping Neighbors
Darla Campbell, University of Missouri Extension Specialist, spoke to Rotarians about the services and resources provided by her office. She is located in Schuyler County and is easily accessible by phone or email: 660-457-3469, campbelld@missouri.edu. Darla is a specialist in both Community Development and Ag Business and has served the area for 25 years. Shown with Darla (center) is Karen Poe, who specializes in nutrition and health with University Extension and Rotarian Tom Keedy. Photo credit: Mary Comstock
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City Approves Red Rock Demolition Bid for Taking Down Building at 1700 Main The regularly scheduled meeting of the Unionville City Council was called to order by Alderman Gary Davis with aldermen Kellie Purdy, Eric Lutz and Jason Hill in attendance and Mayor Charley Bill Pittman joining the meeting via telephone. After review, Purdy motioned to approve the Consent Agenda. Lutz seconded the motion, which passed 3-0. Staff reports were reviewed. T. J. Payne, Water/Wastewater Department, reported on recent work done at the park and prepping for winter. In Old Business, demolition bids were opened and reviewed. Purdy
motioned to approve the $93,000 bid from Red Rock Demolition. Lutz seconded the motion, which passed 3-0. Tom Keedy questioned if the demolition bid included remediation on the Garrett building next door. The bid does include leaving the shared wall and end caps. Next bids for locating lead lines were opened. Payne reported that he had reviewed the bids and talked to each of the bidders. His recommendation was Byrne and Jones. He added that the company would give credit for the lead lines the city department had already located and the cost could be less than
the bid. Lutz motioned to approve the Byrns and Jones bid. Purdy seconded the motion, which passed 3-0. Purdy motioned to have Bill 2316, Sales Tax read twice by title. Lutz seconded the motion. Following City Clerk Linnette Caley’s reading of Bill 2316 twice by title, Purdy motioned to approve. Hill seconded the motion, which passed 3-0. In New Business, the city received a request to block off the square to traffic for Winterfest. Adjusting holiday hours for City Hall in regard to election sign up was approved. Davis reported that
he had received a request from an individual wishing to purchase the former rearing pond at the city lake. This needs to be discussed with the Conservation Department. In Other Business, Lutz pointed out that the patches in the new street paving project are not level. This was discussed at length and the council asked Caley to have a representative from the paving firm at the next meeting. At 6:15, Purdy motioned to adjourn. Lutz seconded the motion, which passed 3-0.