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Tonight's the night! Come out and enjoy the evening with us as we celebrate the grand opening of Bolte Hall at Franklin ...
10/22/2026

Tonight's the night! Come out and enjoy the evening with us as we celebrate the grand opening of Bolte Hall at Franklin County MU Extension! Ribbon cutting is scheduled for 5:30pm. Our 4-H Fall Fest Open House is tonight as well from 6:00pm-8:00PM. There will be games, crafts, a petting zoo, and more! Come take a peek at all the fun things 4-H has to offer!

Halloween should be fun for every trick-or-treater. For children with alpha-gal syndrome, many traditional candies may c...
10/22/2026

Halloween should be fun for every trick-or-treater. For children with alpha-gal syndrome, many traditional candies may contain ingredients that can trigger an allergic reaction. Offering vegan treats or nonfood items such as stickers, glow sticks and small toys can help make Halloween more inclusive for everyone.

Learn more about alpha-gal-friendly options and ways to support children with food allergies this Halloween: https://brnw.ch/21x6Bmo

Agricultural lenders play an important role in helping farm operations navigate changing markets, production costs and l...
10/22/2026

Agricultural lenders play an important role in helping farm operations navigate changing markets, production costs and land values. Gain the latest economic insights and tools to better serve your agricultural clients at MU Extension's 2026 Agricultural Lenders Seminar series.

The series will cover farm profitability, lending risks, commodity markets, enterprise budgets, land values and cash rental rates, along with region-specific topics important to Missouri agriculture. Sessions will be offered at five locations across the state beginning in November.

Learn more and register: https://brnw.ch/21x6A4v

We are looking for an agronomy specialist to join our MU crew here in Franklin County! If you are passionate about crop ...
10/22/2026

We are looking for an agronomy specialist to join our MU crew here in Franklin County! If you are passionate about crop science, forages, soil health, w**d management, precision agriculture, pesticide applications, and crop & hay production, this position is for you!

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Job ID #61259

We are looking for a motivated team member to join us at the Franklin County MU Extension! This position focuses on teac...
10/21/2026

We are looking for a motivated team member to join us at the Franklin County MU Extension! This position focuses on teaching nutrition, food preparation & safety, and physical activity programs to local communities in Franklin, Washington, & Crawford counties.

muext.us/MUExtensioncareers
Job ID #60999
Starting Salary Range: $18-$21/hour

10/20/2026

More flu vaccine myths are up for review.

We've already tackled some common misconceptions about flu vaccines. In this video, we're breaking down a new set of claims to help you separate fact from fiction and make informed health decisions.

Watch now to see which myths don't hold up to the facts and which ones do.

Recent rains may have greened up pastures, but they can also increase the risk of prussic acid poisoning in cattle and h...
10/19/2026

Recent rains may have greened up pastures, but they can also increase the risk of prussic acid poisoning in cattle and horses. Young regrowth of Johnsongrass and other sorghum species may contain dangerous levels of compounds that release prussic acid, especially after periods of drought followed by rainfall.

MU Extension specialists recommend avoiding grazing on these forages until plants reach about 24 inches tall and feeding hay or grain before turnout so hungry animals are less likely to consume large amounts of potentially toxic forage. Clinical signs can appear quickly and may include rapid breathing, muscle tremors, excessive salivation, staggering and collapse. If poisoning is suspected, contact your veterinarian immediately.

Get more info: https://brnw.ch/21x6vZj

We are very EXCITED to officially announce the grand opening of Bolte Hall at the University of Missouri Extension-Frank...
10/16/2026

We are very EXCITED to officially announce the grand opening of Bolte Hall at the University of Missouri Extension-Franklin County! Please join us Thursday, October 22nd at 5:30pm for the ribbon cutting. Our 4-H Fall Fest Open House is also taking place from 6-8pm. Swing by for some 4-H fun for the whole family!

Franklin County MU Extension
100 Union Plaza Drive
Union, MO 63084

10/16/2026

Why do some seeds need a winter chill before they grow?

Many perennial flowers and native plants won't sprout right away. They need a process called cold stratification, which mimics winter conditions and signals the seeds that it's safe to germinate when spring arrives.

There are several ways to cold stratify seeds, including refrigerating them indoors or winter sowing in recycled containers. In this video, we're introducing another simple method that lets nature do the work.

Watch Part 1 to learn why cold stratification matters, then stay tuned for Part 2, where we'll show you how to cold stratify seeds using pots and garden soil right in your own backyard.

10/15/2026

Looking for a make-ahead fall breakfast that’s easy on both your schedule and your budget? These Pumpkin Breakfast Cookies are soft, lightly sweet and filled with pumpkin, warm spices, raisins and nuts.

Made with whole-wheat flour and nutrient-rich ingredients, they’re a satisfying option for busy mornings, lunch boxes or an afternoon snack.

Better yet, you can bake 48 cookies in about 30 minutes for roughly $0.15-$0.20 per cookie!

Get this recipe and other pumpkin favorites: https://brnw.ch/21x6r2E

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100 Union Plaza Drive
Union, MO
63084

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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(636) 583-5141

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