Missouri Dept. of Agriculture Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on August 28, 2014 - 15:15 GMT

Applications Available Now for Farm to School Value-Added Agriculture Grants

August 28, 2014 Deadline to apply is Oct. 31, 2014 Applications Available Now for Farm to School Value-Added Agriculture Grants (JEFFERSON CITY, Mo.) The Missouri Department of Agriculture announced today that the Missouri Agricultural and Small Business …

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Published on August 5, 2014 - 22:10 GMT

2014 Focus on Missouri Agriculture Photo Contest Winners Announced

August 5, 2014 Winning photographs on display throughout State Fair and available online 2014 Focus on Missouri Agriculture Photo Contest Winners Announced (JEFFERSON CITY, Mo.) - An exquisite sky of blues, purples and golds painted over a wheat field is …

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Published on May 22, 2014 - 19:46 GMT

More than $125,000 Awarded to Missouri Value-Added Agriculture Projects

May 22, 2014 The Missouri Department of Agriculture today announced the awarding of more than $125,000 of grants for agricultural businesses. The funding comes from the Missouri Value-Added Grant Program, which provides grants for projects that advance the …

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Published on May 13, 2014 - 22:04 GMT

Update: Aurora Grand Meat Co. Resumes Operations

May 13, 2014 The Missouri Department of Agriculture's Meat and Poultry Inspection Program announced today that state inspection has resumed at Aurora Grand Meat Co. of Aurora, Mo. The business was reinspected at the owners' request today, at which …

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Published on May 9, 2014 - 22:37 GMT

Following Inspection, Agriculture Officials Suspend Exempt Status of Aurora Meat Processor

May 9, 2014 The Missouri Department of Agriculture's Meat and Poultry Inspection Program has temporarily halted custom exempt processing operations at Aurora Grand Meat Co. of Aurora. During an inspection today, May 9, members of the Missouri …

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Published on April 28, 2014 - 18:05 GMT

Missouri Agriculture Photo Contest Captures Best of Farm, Rural Life

April 28, 2014 Entries must be submitted by June 30, winning shots to be displayed at State Fair Missouri Agriculture Photo Contest Captures Best of Farm, Rural Life The Missouri Department of Agriculture launched the 5th annual Focus on Missouri …

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Published on April 15, 2014 - 17:50 GMT

30 Missouri Students Selected for Missouri Agribusiness Academy

April 15, 2014 The Missouri Department of Agriculture is giving 30 high school students from throughout Missouri the opportunity to explore careers in agriculture through the 2014 Missouri Agribusiness Academy - a competitive membership for sophomores …

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Published on April 2, 2014 - 17:54 GMT

Missouri State Fair Pepsi Grandstand Lineup Announced

April 2, 2014 The Missouri State Fair will once again host outstanding entertainment in the Pepsi Grandstand, Director of Agriculture Richard Fordyce announced today in conjunction with Fair Director Mark Wolfe. For the 112th Fair, the Pepsi Grandstand …

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Published on March 11, 2014 - 22:42 GMT

Nevada FFA takes Top Awards at Annual Livestock Grading and Judging Contest

March 11, 2014 More than 400 FFA and 4-H members from around the state gathered in the Trowbridge Livestock Center on the University of Missouri campus this weekend to test their skills evaluating cattle, swine, sheep and goats in Missouri's Youth …

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Published on March 4, 2014 - 20:38 GMT

Director of Agriculture Announces Grants for Missouri Specialty Crop Producers

March 4, 2014 Deadline to apply for 2014-2015 funding is March 28 Director of Agriculture Announces Grants for Missouri Specialty Crop Producers The Missouri Department of Agriculture is now accepting proposals for funding through the USDA's Specialty …

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Published on February 24, 2014 - 22:28 GMT

Director of Ag, Bonnie Plants Recognize Troy, Mo. 4th Grader for Growing Giant Cabbage

February 24, 2014 Director of Agriculture Richard Fordyce visited Lincoln Elementary School today to recognize one young lady for her green-thumb and gardening success. Katelyn Damron was announced the winner of the annual Bonnie Plants Cabbage Growing …

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Published on January 23, 2014 - 16:05 GMT

Pet Spay & Neuter Grants Now Available

January 23, 2014 Through sales of "I'm Pet Friendly" license plates, Missourians have provided more than $100,000 for animal shelters and rescue groups over the past five years Pet Spay Neuter Grants Now Available The Missouri Department of …

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Published on January 19, 2014 - 17:40 GMT

Gov. Nixon and Director of Ag Honor Ag Education Leader during Governor's Conference on Agriculture

January 19, 2014 Missouri State's Anson Elliott received the Agricultural Educator of the Year Award Gov. Nixon and Director of Ag Honor Ag Education Leader during Governor's Conference on Agriculture Anson Elliott, head of Missouri State …

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Published on January 19, 2014 - 17:40 GMT

Gov. Nixon and Director of Ag Honor Outstanding Ag Communicator during Governor's Conference on Agriculture

January 19, 2014 Janet Adkison received the Agricultural Journalist of the Year Award Gov. Nixon and Director of Ag Honor Outstanding Ag Communicator during Governor's Conference on Agriculture Janet Adkison, a native Missourian and president of the …

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Published on January 6, 2014 - 15:42 GMT

The 2014 Governor's Conference on Agriculture Kicks Off in Just 10 Days

January 6, 2014 Register Now for the 44th Event, to be held in Kansas City January 16-18 The 2014 Governor's Conference on Agriculture Kicks Off in Just 10 Days The Missouri Governor's Conference on Agriculture will be held in Kansas City next week …

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Published on December 16, 2013 - 18:27 GMT

Register Now for the 2014 Missouri Governor's Conference on Agriculture

December 16, 2013 The Missouri Governor's Conference on Agriculture is returning to Kansas City Jan. 16-18, 2014, and registration is now available online at mda.mo.gov. The 44th Governor's Conference on Agriculture will be held at the Westin Crown …

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Published on December 3, 2013 - 20:51 GMT

Applications Now Available for 27th Year of the Missouri Agribusiness Academy

December 3, 2013 The Missouri Department of Agriculture is giving 30 high school students representing 4-H clubs and FFA chapters, as well as farm families, throughout Missouri the opportunity to explore careers in agriculture through the 2014 Missouri …

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Published on December 2, 2013 - 23:21 GMT

Following Routine Testing, Carthage Meat Processor Voluntarily Recalls Beef, Pork Products

December 2, 2013 Cloud's Meats, Inc. is voluntarily recalling beef and pork products possibly contaminated with E. coli. following positive test results for non-0157 Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STECs) in samples of items produced mid-November. The …

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Published on November 19, 2013 - 01:19 GMT

Grants Awarded to Grow Demand for Missouri Specialty Crops

November 18, 2013 The Missouri Department of Agriculture announced today that seven organizations across Missouri will receive grants given by the USDA's Specialty Crop Block Grant Program to strengthen the market for Missouri grown crops and produce. …

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Published on November 5, 2013 - 16:27 GMT

Community Service Project Grants Available for Ag Youth Organizations

November 5, 2013 Missouri 4-H and FFA chapters planning community service projects may once again apply for grant funding through the Missouri Department of Agriculture. Applications for the annual Building Our American Communities Grant Program are …

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