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Burpee Seed Company is hosting a contest. If you garden and take photographs, you could win $1,000 and a free consultation.

An alledged record bird flu outbreak is prompting the White House to consider rolling out a mass bird flu vaccine.

Hirsch Feed and Farm is coming to meet your needs. It is hosting a bee class. You do need to reserve your place

Governor Parson declared February 18-25, 2023, National FFA Week in Missouri. On February 22nd, it was “Drive Your Tractor to Work Day.”

Cabbage is commonly thought of as a cold-weather vegetable. Indeed, it prefers cooler weather to grow. Today is National Cabbage Day.

A freight train derailed in East Palestine, Ohio. While trying a controlled burn hazardous chemicals were spewed into the air.

To educate the public on what is native versus what is exotic, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is hosting a workshop.

To get your questions answered, come to the first official 4H meeting in Oregon County which October 26, 2022.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) plans to include more gardens in its People’s Garden Initiative.

Missouri is looking to capitalize on its state fruit: the pawpaws. Researchers are working on making these fruits tastier and more resilient.

The 4H group is getting geared up for a new year. To get the 4h year started, they are planning a Back To 4h Bash.

On Wednesday, Governor Parson signed into law the largest income tax cut in Missouri’s history. He wanted permanent savings for Missourians.