Missouri Dept. of Agriculture Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on April 30, 2012 - 23:10 GMT

Department of Agriculture Removes Animals from Residence in Cape Girardeau County

Animal Care Program inspectors from the Missouri Department of Agriculture have worked in conjunction with the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Cape Girardeau County Sheriff's Office and the Humane Society of Missouri to remove animals from substandard …

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Published on April 16, 2012 - 19:14 GMT

Department of Agriculture Removes Dogs from Breeder in Lawrence County

Animal care inspectors from the Missouri Department of Agriculture worked to remove dogs from Charles Etenburn's commercial breeding facility, C.E. Kennel, today. Eighteen dogs, including Pekingese, Poodles and American Bulldogs, were removed from the …

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Published on April 6, 2012 - 21:10 GMT

Missouri Dept. of Ag, Farmers Give Thousands of Pounds of Food in Harvest for Hunger Drive

The Missouri Department of Agriculture's Harvest for Hunger Food Drive concluded this morning amid more than 7,000 pounds of food donated by employees and a nearly $20,000 contribution from Missouri farmers. Director of Agriculture Dr. Jon Hagler …

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Published on April 5, 2012 - 16:11 GMT

Missouri Agriculture Photo & Video Contest Captures Life on the Farm

The Missouri Department of Agriculture launched the 3rd annual Focus on Missouri Agriculture contest, asking Missourians to help capture the unique stories and images of agriculture through photographs and videos. The contest, which will run through June …

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Published on April 4, 2012 - 23:10 GMT

Dept. of Ag to Donate Proceeds from Harvest for Hunger Drive in St. Louis Friday

The Department of Agriculture kicked off the Harvest for Hunger Food Drive in December with a donation of non-perishable items and a cash donation of over $1,000, benefiting food banks across the state. Throughout the winter months, the Department accepted …

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Published on March 21, 2012 - 23:10 GMT

Notice for Individuals Doing Business with the Former Gallatin Livestock Auction

The Missouri Department of Agriculture (MDA) encourages all Missouri livestock producers and buyers who have not received payment for business transactions with Daniel Froman or R&K Real Estate, Inc., d.b.a. Gallatin Livestock Auction to contact the …

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Published on March 20, 2012 - 14:12 GMT

Missouri Dept. of Ag Begins Permitting Facilities for Large Carnivores

The Missouri Department of Agriculture has begun the permitting process for owners of large carnivores, such as lions, tigers and cheetahs. Under Missouri's Large Carnivore Act owners must have a permit issued by the state agriculture department for …

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Published on March 15, 2012 - 16:12 GMT

Director of Agriculture Announces $350,000 in Grants for Missouri Farms

The Missouri Department of Agriculture is accepting proposals for funding to increase the production, processing and or distribution of Missouri's specialty crops. The Department anticipates receiving more than $350,000 in grant funding for fiscal year …

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Published on March 12, 2012 - 22:13 GMT

Update: Alma Meat Processor Resumes Operations

The Missouri Department of Agriculture's Meat and Poultry Inspection Program announced today that state inspection has resumed at Alma Meats. The business has addressed violations identified in January of this year. As a state-inspected facility …

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Published on March 12, 2012 - 15:19 GMT

Navigating Missouri Wine Country has never been easier!

Missouri Wines is pleased to announce the arrival of the 2012 Missouri Wine Brochure. Featuring 111 wineries and an easy-to-read map, the brochure guides patrons throughout Missouri and highlights the state's distinct grape varietals, gourmet foods and …

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Published on March 8, 2012 - 17:10 GMT

Dept. of Ag's Feed, Seed & Treated Timber Programs Oversee Safe, Wholesome, Reliable Products for Consumers, Pets and Livestock

The Missouri Department of Agriculture's efforts to guarantee consumers receive quality goods and the quantity promised during purchases include livestock and pet food, grain and produce seeds and decay-resistant wood products. Through the Bureau of …

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Published on March 7, 2012 - 21:10 GMT

Dept. of Ag Notified of Two Positive Tests for CWD at Macon County Facility

The Missouri Department of Agriculture has received two additional positive test results for Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in white-tailed deer harvested at a captive wildlife facility in Macon County. Depopulation is continuing at the facility, operated …

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Published on March 5, 2012 - 23:13 GMT

Special Events to Mark National Ag and Consumer Protection Weeks for Department of Agriculture

Missouri agriculture provides the essentials to everyday life and the Missouri Department of Agriculture (MDA) is celebrating National Agriculture Week, March 4-10, by highlighting the story of agriculture and consumer protection efforts within the …

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Published on February 16, 2012 - 19:14 GMT

Columbia Center for Urban Agriculture Receives Grant to Support the Opportunity Garden Program

Missouri Director of Agriculture Dr. Jon Hagler today awarded the Columbia Center for Urban Agriculture a $4,910 grant to continue their work to develop their Opportunity Garden Program, which was established in 2010 to assist low-income and disadvantaged …

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Published on February 16, 2012 - 19:13 GMT

Rock Solid Urban Impact and Lykins Neighborhood Farm Receive $5000 Grant

Missouri Director of Agriculture Dr. Jon Hagler today awarded Rock Solid Urban Impact of Kansas City a $5,000 grant to continue their work to develop the Lykins Neighborhood Farm in Kansas City, Mo. The grant will support the construction of a market stand …

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Published on February 16, 2012 - 19:11 GMT

Grace Episcopal Church Receives $5000 Grant for Food Education Program

Missouri Director of Agriculture Dr. Jon Hagler today awarded Grace Episcopal Church a $5,000 grant to assist in starting a food education program for the neighborhood surrounding Jefferson City's new Old Town Center. The grant will fund materials and …

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Published on February 16, 2012 - 19:10 GMT

Sustainable Farms and Communities' Access to Healthy Foods Program Receives $5000 Grant

Missouri Director of Agriculture Dr. Jon Hagler today awarded the Columbia, Mo.-based Sustainable Farms and Communities organization a $5000 grant. The group will use funds from Missouri's Local Foods Grant Program to support their ongoing efforts to …

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Published on February 16, 2012 - 19:10 GMT

Southwest Early Childhood Center Receives Grant

Missouri Director of Agriculture Dr. Jon Hagler today awarded the Southwest Early Childhood Center in Jefferson City an $800 grant to expand their educational programs. The group will use the grant funds to teach children in the Jefferson City area about …

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Published on February 15, 2012 - 22:13 GMT

Highlights of Missouri Governor's Conference on Ag Now Available Online

Highlights from the 2012 Missouri Governor's Conference on Agriculture are now available online at mda.mo.gov . The videos feature sessions and guests from the Conference, which was held Jan. 19-21, and included more than 50 speakers and 15 panel …

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Published on February 7, 2012 - 20:10 GMT

Director of Ag Announces Grants for 4-H, FFA Youth Service Projects

Director of Agriculture, Dr. Jon Hagler announced the recipients of the Missouri Department of Agriculture's Building Our American Communities 2012 grant program today. Nine Missouri 4-H clubs and 10 local chapters of the National FFA Organization …

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