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University of Missouri Soil Testing Program

The University of Missouri Soil Test lab handles from 35,000 to 40,000 samples per year from producers, homeowners and industry. The lab also conducts soil, plant, water, manure, compost, environmental and nutrient fertilizer tests.The primary functions of soil testing are to determine if soil pH is in the range for best crop growth and if phosphorus and potassium are at adequate levels for growth.Research calibration data is used to determine adequate soil test levels of phosphorus and potassium for crop and forages.

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April is National ABLE to Save Month

April is National ABLE to Save Month—a time to highlight the importance of financialempowerment for people with disabilities. Here in Missouri, we have a milestone worthcelebrating: the 8th anniversary of MO ABLE, our state’s tax-advantaged savings programdesigned specifically for individuals with disabilities and their families.Since its launch in 2017, MO ABLE has helped more than 4,300 Missourians collectively saveover $49 million—all without jeopardizing eligibility for programs like Medicaid orSupplemental Security Income (SSI).

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Local agencies offer drug take-back opportunities

Area residents can safely dispose of unused and expired medications on Saturday, April 26 at two, one-day drug take-back locations within the Region D Recycling and Solid Waste Management District.The Buchanan County Sheriff and St. Joseph Police Departments, in cooperation with Youth Alliance Partners for Prevention, will offer a drug take-back event at East Hills Parking Lot near Sears from 10 a.m.

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