The following publications cover topics related to Agricultural Business and Policy Extension. For a complete list of MU Extension publications, visit the main Publications page.
Tomato (High Tunnel) Planning Budget
Revised
Use this enterprise budget as a guide to estimate costs and returns for producing high tunnel tomatoes in Missouri.
Beekeeping Planning Budget
Revised
Use this enterprise budget to estimate costs and returns when beekeeping and producing honey in Missouri.
Lisianthus Planning Budget
New
Use this enterprise budget to estimate costs and returns for growing lisianthus as a cut flower in Missouri.
Evaluating Direct-to-Consumer Marketing Opportunities for Local Beef in Missouri
New
Marketing beef direct-to-consumer is an complex business with many challenges. This guide explores common marketing options for beef producers, important considerations for direct-to-consumer marketing and the costs and returns of selling beef directly to consumers.
Strip-Grazing Milo as a Low-Cost Winter Forage
New
Explore an affordable solution for winter cattle feed by strip-grazing standing milo. This guide discusses milo production, nutritional value and the details of managing cattle while using this low-cost feed.
Pasture, Rangeland, Forage (PRF) Insurance in Missouri
Revised
Protect your grazing or hay farming operation from drought risk. Get tips and examples for understanding how PRF insurance works and choosing a policy.
Missouri Dairy Industry Revitalization Study
New
Learn more about Missouri’s dairy industry trends concerning its dairy cow inventory, farms, production, prices, production economics and processing industry and how these affect the state’s economy.
Missouri Farmland Values
Revised
Find farmland values for Missouri and its counties from USDA since 1959. Learn methods of estimating historical county values for years not reported.
Native Warm-Season Grass Seed Production
New
Native warm-season grasses can be a valuable source of forage and wildlife benefits. They can also generate cash flow by harvesting and selling the seed produced. This guide discusses the practices used to harvest seed and the costs and returns of doing so.
Pasture Fence Construction Budget
New
There are many different methods and materials used to construct farm fencing. Each method varies widely in cost and ease of construction. This guide focuses on some common types of fences constructed across the midwestern United States.
Conservation Provisions in Leases
New
Conservation practice can affect leases and the relationship between landowners and tenants. This guide presents topics to address when incorporating conservation and ecosystem services into a lease agreement.
Missouri Fencing and Boundary Laws
Reviewed
Find what farmers and landowners need to know about fencing duties, rights and boundaries provided in Missouri's fencing law and a local option counties can adopt.
Selecting Cover Crop Seeding Machinery
New
Learn about different cover crop seeding machines and their operational features. Understand their strengths and weaknesses to reduce planting costs, the second largest expense in growing cover crops.
Growing Missouri’s Aquaculture Industry: Marketing Study
New
Reference this market research information as you explore aquaculture production alternatives and develop a plan for selling food fish, bait fish, sport fish or ornamental fish.
Basics of Farm Lease Agreements
Revised
Learn about key elements necessary for creating quality written farm leases between tenants and landowners.
Small Acreage Business Planning in Missouri
New
Learn why business planning around marketing, assets and profitability is important for launching a successful small acreage enterprise. Be sure to envision your goals as you consider enterprises.
Growing Missouri’s Aquaculture Industry: Business Models
New
Learn about capital investments, production budgets, inputs and net returns for startup Missouri aquaculture operations using pond culture or recirculating aquaculture systems.
Growing Missouri’s Aquaculture Industry: Needs Assessment
New
Survey based needs assessment of Missouri aquaculture producers identifies common Missouri aquaculture species, fish and pond stocking market use, and perceptions about the future of the aquaculture industry.
Growing Missouri’s Aquaculture Industry: Trends and Outlook
New
Learn aquaculture production trends, demand for seafood, industry competition and feed industry trends that affect Missouri’s aquaculture industry.
Farmers Guide to the H-2A Visa Program
Revised
Missouri employers can use the H-2A visa program to get foreign workers for agricultural jobs. Learn about the H-2A visa process, who can help, costs and employer requirements.
Custom Rates for Farm Services in Missouri
Revised
Get custom service rates for fieldwork, planting, fertilizer, crop harvesting, hauling and heavy equipment activities from a survey of farmers, agribusinesses and contractors.
Flexible Cash Leases in Missouri
New
Learn about the basics of flexible cash leases and how to apply the principle to crop land in Missouri. Tips are provided to enhance the success rates of flexible cash lease agreements.
Forage Crop Irrigation Systems and Economics
Revised
Before choosing a forage irrigation system to mitigate drought risk, explore expected forage response to irrigation, equipment options and the economics.
Planning for an Aquaculture Business in Missouri
New
Aquaculture is a highly specialized form of agriculture and a high-risk enterprise. There are numerous expenses to consider and potential markets to be investigated. Consequently, to increase potential for success, it is important to research and carefully plan a aquaculture venture before getting started. Read this publication to learn more.
Market Channels for Locally Raised Foods
Revised
Sell Missouri vegetables via CSAs; U-pick sales; on-farm, roadside, farmers markets; co-ops; wholesale auctions; restaurants, institutions, supermarkets.