EDITORS: June is Dairy Month. University of Missouri Extension offers a variety of news and feature stories on dairy operations in Missouri. These articles are free for you to use in any Dairy Month promotions or agriculture-related sections that you may have planned.

• Turner keeps it simple in large heifer replacement operation
• SW Mo. dairy and creamery sees positive changes with pack barns
• Compost-bedded pack barns offer cow comfort, higher production
• Testing tells alfalfa's worth
• Extra moisture can extend grass growth into summer slump, says MU specialist
• Lime doesn’t harm K-31 fescue but nitrogen adds to toxicosis
• Missouri Holstein cow produces nearly 24 gallons of milk per day
• Gunters adapt dairy farm until the cows come home
• MU Extension guide offers help on hiring, keeping employees

Suggested dairy media sources:

Stacey Hamilton, extension dairy specialist, MU Southwest Research Center
Phone: 417-466-2148
Email: HamiltonSA@missouri.edu

Reagan Bluel, assistant extension professional and dairy specialist, Barry County
Phone: 417-847-3161
Email: BluelRJ@missouri.edu

Ted Probert, extension professional and dairy specialist, Wright County
Phone: 417-547-7539
Email: ProbertT@missouri.edu