Lifestyle
MDC and CFM ask deer hunters to Share the Harvest
JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) and the Conservation Federation of Missouri (CFM) encourage deer hunters to share their harvests by donating venison to Missouri’s Share the Harvest (STH) program. The donated deer meat goes to local food banks and food pantries to help feed hungry Missourians all around the state.
Lincoln County hosting 4th annual Archaeology Day
OLD MONROE - The Missouri Archaeological Society will host the fourth annual Lincoln County Archaeology Day on Saturday, Oct. 25 from 1-4 p.m. at St. Paul United Church of Christ.
Witts recognized as Lincoln Co. Farm Family
SEDALIA ― Tyler Witt and family of Lincoln County were among the families honored during the 68th annual Missouri Farm Family Day, Aug. 11 at the Missouri State Fair.
Public invited to deer management open house
EUREKA – Enjoy hunting deer or watching them? Want help managing private land for deer? Want to know more about the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) efforts to keep deer healthy?
Local band ensures punk's not dead in Troy
TROY - Who says punk is dead? Certainly not the crowd gathered in an abandoned KFC parking lot in Troy on the warm evening of Friday, Sept. 12.
4-H hosting open house, signups
LINCOLN COUNTY - More than 95,000 members strong, Missouri 4-H is an active, dynamic organization of young people who are learning, growing, and preparing to be the leaders of today and tomorrow – making a real difference in their community, country, and world. 4-H gives young people the opportunities to gain leadership, citizenship, and life skills through fun and innovative hands-on activities.
MDC investigates fish kill at Ray Behrens, Spalding, and Dam portions of Mark Twain Lake
HANNIBAL – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) received several reports late last week of a walleye fish kill event at Ray Behrens, Spalding, and Dam portions of Mark Twain Lake. An investigation into the reports revealed that this was likely a natural fish kill event, and that there is no toxic pollution involved.
MDC community forester encourages Missourians to get outside this summer
CAPE GIRARDEAU — The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is encouraging Missourians of all ages to reconnect with nature this summer by exploring the state’s incredible outdoor spaces. Whether you’re hiking forest trails, fishing in quiet lakes, paddling scenic rivers, or just enjoying a walk in your local conservation area, getting outside can refresh your body and mind.
MDC has new regulations for ginseng dealers and harvesters
JEFFERSON CITY - The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reminds ginseng harvesters and dealers of new regulations that become effective July 1. MDC sent letters to registered ginseng dealers with the information late last year after regulations were approved.
Insect farming provides added value byproducts
When thinking about farming, insects are usually not something that comes to mind. However, there is work being done to use insects in existing agricultural food systems to produce proteins.