MU Extension in Perry County

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06/17/2026

Your tomatoes might just need a gentle shake to thrive. Try lightly shaking flowers. It helps with pollination and is a great chore for young gardeners.

Learn more about growing homegrown tomatoes: https://brnw.ch/21x3qlh

06/16/2026

Meet Brad Coleman, a MU Extension 4-H field specialist in southeast Missouri, who is helping youth take the next step toward their future.

Through the Youth Futures College to Career Readiness program, Brad empowers young people with essential skills like resume writing, completing job applications and practicing mock interviews, while guiding them toward the careers they aspire to achieve.

The Perry County Extension Office will be closed on Friday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth. We will reopen again o...
06/16/2026

The Perry County Extension Office will be closed on Friday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth. We will reopen again on Monday, June 22 at 8:00 a.m. Have a great holiday weekend.

Those tall plants with delicate white flowers popping up along roadsides and field edges may look harmless. They are not...
06/15/2026

Those tall plants with delicate white flowers popping up along roadsides and field edges may look harmless. They are not. Poison hemlock is a toxic plants in Missouri and every part of it is poisonous, whether green or dried. This plant spreads aggressively, with a single plant producing up to 38,000 seeds.

How to identify poison hemlock:
• Height: Can reach 6 feet or taller
• Stems: Smooth, hollow, hairless with distinctive purple blotches or streaks
• Leaves: Fern-like, finely divided, with a strong unpleasant odor when crushed
• Flowers: Small white flowers in umbrella-shaped clusters
• Growth cycle: Low rosette the first year, tall flowering plant the second year
• Poison hemlock is often confused with Queen Anne’s lace, but that plant is shorter, hairy and not toxic

How to get rid of it safely:
• Hand removal: Only for small infestations and with full protective clothing
• Mowing or tillage: Can help reduce spread
• Herbicides: Most effective in the early rosette stage before flowering

Safety tips:
• Wear gloves, long sleeves and eye protection when handling
• Avoid inhaling plant material during removal
• Never burn poison hemlock — inhalation can be dangerous
• If unsure, do not touch the plant

Get more info: https://brnw.ch/21x3msG

Consult the W**d ID Guide for additonal photo of Poison Hemlock and Queen Anne's Lace: https://brnw.ch/21x3msH

As you are thinking about how you are going to celebrate Father’s Day this coming weekend, take a few minutes to think a...
06/15/2026

As you are thinking about how you are going to celebrate Father’s Day this coming weekend, take a few minutes to think about those who may be going hungry. Take up a cash collection at your place of business to donate to the Feeding Perry County Food Drive and we will do the shopping for you. Drop your donation off at the Perry County Extension Office during our normal business hours. (8:00-noon and 12:30-4:30 Monday-Friday) The June item of the month is Fruit; we will also take any canned fruit donation as well.

As you make your grocery shopping list for the weekend, do not forget to include FRUIT items for the Feeding Perry Count...
06/12/2026

As you make your grocery shopping list for the weekend, do not forget to include FRUIT items for the Feeding Perry County Food Drive. The fruit can be canned in water or light syrup, 100% fruit juice, and dried or freeze-dried. Donations are being accepted at the Perry County Extension Office all during the month of June.

Want to stay independent, active, and confident as you age?Join the next online session of Stay Strong, Stay Healthy — L...
06/12/2026

Want to stay independent, active, and confident as you age?

Join the next online session of Stay Strong, Stay Healthy — Level 2, starting June 22 at 3 p.m. This course builds on the progress you made in Level 1, helping you continue to build muscle, strengthen bone density and feel more confident in everyday movements, all guided by MU Extension specialists from the comfort of your home.

Classes meet Mondays and Wednesdays, June 22–August 12, from 3 – 4 p.m.

Keep moving forward this summer with a practical, supportive program that delivers real results.

Register and learn more: https://brnw.ch/21x3iGr

06/11/2026

Strawberry season is here in Missouri, making it the perfect time to enjoy fresh, local flavor.

Looking for a simple way to enjoy a quick, satisfying dessert? Try this one for a light, sweet treat you can make in individual servings in minutes.

Strawberries are not only sweet and versatile, they are also packed with nutrition. They are a great source of vitamin C, provide fiber and contain antioxidants that support overall health.

Find more recipes and make the most of strawberry season while it lasts: https://brnw.ch/21x3hc4

Japanese beetles are beginning to emerge in Missouri.Populations are low now but activity is expected to increase over t...
06/10/2026

Japanese beetles are beginning to emerge in Missouri.

Populations are low now but activity is expected to increase over the next two to four weeks. Early scouting helps guide timely management decisions.

What to look for:
• In soybeans, check multiple areas and estimate overall defoliation. Beetles often feed in the upper canopy, leaving a skeletonized look where only leaf veins remain.
• In corn, watch for beetles feeding on silks during pollination. Pay attention if silks are clipped very short, especially when beetle numbers are high and pollination is not complete.

Learn more and sign up to receive pest alerts: https://brnw.ch/21x3eQe

The Feeding Perry County Food Drive is in full swing and we need your HELP!! Add a couple of extra items to your shoppi...
06/09/2026

The Feeding Perry County Food Drive is in full swing and we need your HELP!! Add a couple of extra items to your shopping list this week to donate to our food drive. This month we are collecting FRUIT. The fruit can be canned in water or light syrup, 100% fruit juice, and dried or freeze-dried. Donations are being accepted at the Perry County Extension Office all during the month of June.

Address

321 N Main Street, Ste 1
Perryville, MO
63775

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 12pm
12:30pm - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 12pm
12:30pm - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 12pm
12:30pm - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 12pm
12:30pm - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 12pm
12:30pm - 4:30pm

Telephone

+15735474504

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