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Prescribed Burning
Prescribed Burning By Jake Hunter I remember watching our field of switchgrass being burned for the first time. With a drip torch in hand, the volunteer fire department struck the first line of flame, and I watched as the flame slowly gained strength. The fire spread, low and steady at first, but then surging forward. […]
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Improving deer health one test at a time
A new study by Mizzou researchers shows that infections, such as pneumonia, are a major cause of death in Midwestern white-tailed deer. The discovery can help tailor efforts to improve deer health. White-tailed deer. Source: Adobe Stock Oct. 30, 2024 Contact: Brian Consiglio, consigliob@missouri.edu The cervid livestock business is one of the fastest-growing industries in rural […]
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Iowa’s 5 Hardest Waterfowl to Decoy
Iowa’s 5 Hardest Waterfowl to Decoy By Nick Johnson In my 20 years hunting waterfowl in Iowa I have experienced the whole gamut of failure to success in a wide range of hunting scenarios. Sometimes it seems as though you have to fight the birds off your spread but those times are rare, at least […]
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10 Reasons to Go Ice Fishing in Minnesota This Winter
10 Reasons to Go Ice Fishing in Minnesota This Winter By Joe Henry Minnesota is literally ice fishing paradise, offering unique advantages that make it a premier destination for anglers during the winter months. From an abundance of lakes to a rich fishing culture, here are the top 10 reasons to ice fish in Minnesota […]
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