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By Columbia Missourianvia TN Content Exchange The soil seed bank is a natural reserve of seeds in the soil. Plants drop seeds that lie dormant, sometimes for a thousand years, and wait for favorable conditions to germinate and grow into a new plant. However, as the climate changes, this secret bank is no longer safe.

Submitted by Bonnie Ruth 2 small (or 1 large) pkg any flavor Jello 1 ¾ cup hot water 12 large marshmallows ½ pint whipping cream (1 cup) 1 Tablespoon milk 1 small can crushed pineapple ½ cup chopped nuts Dissolve Jello in boiling water. Set aside. Place marshmallows and milk in glass bowl; microwave about

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Submitted by Evelyn Wyble ½ lb ground chuck ¼ cup chopped onion 2/3 cup (15 oz can) prepared spaghetti sauce 6 oz spaghetti 2 Tablespoons butter 4 teaspoons flour ¼ teaspoon salt ¾ cup evaporated milk 1/3 cup water 1 cup shredded cheese 2 Tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Brown meat and onion. Drain fat. Add

Great Plains Growers Conference Jan 9-11 Fulkerson Center MWSU Campus, St. Joseph Missouri. https://www.greatplainsgrowersconference.org/ Missouri Cattlemen’s Convention Jan 17, Osage Beach Missouri. https://www.mocattle.org/meetings-events/annual-convention-trade-show Eastern Nebraska Corn & Soybean Expo, Jan 23, Fremont Nebraska. https://nebraskaagconnection.com/news/2025-eastern-nebraska-corn-and-soybean-expo 36th Annual Midland Empire Farm, Home & Rural Lifestyle Show, St. Joseph Civic Arena, Jan 24 & 25. https://www.facebook.com/SaintJosephFarmShow/ Cornbelt Cow-Calf

Anybody who’s grown up in this region, or who made an informed decision to move here, should not be surprised by weather that would frighten less hardy souls. Friends from warmer climates shudder at the mere idea of a day with single-digit temperatures. Two straight weeks without getting above the freezing mark? Forget about it!

Welcome to the first issue of Corner Post in 2025. For some of you, this will be the first issue you receive. We hope you enjoy it, and we welcome everyone’s feedback. What have you enjoyed about this and past issues? What might you like to see more of? If you’d like to either contribute

As we look forward to a new year ahead, it’s interesting to glance back for perspective.

By Dolph Herbster Submitted to Corner Post Rivalries between residents of neighboring states can be fun, but in some cases, they can get contentious. When it comes to college sports, this is especially true. But there are instances in which opposing minds can share a sense of pride together. I’d like to share one with

By Mary Faith Thomasee Submitted to Corner Post You can shed tears because they are gone, or you can smile because they lived. You can close your eyes and pray they will come back, or you can open your eyes and see all they left for you. Your heart can be empty because you can’t

By Mark Lane Submitted to Corner Post “I hereby resolve to be healthier, richer and better-looking in the new year.” That sums up the annual pledge millions of people make about this time each year. And, with relatively few exceptions, they give up on those dreams soon after the calendar change occurs — if they

By Corner Post Check out these upcoming events. Holiday Park, now through Jan. 1, Krug Park, St. Joseph, Missouri. A fabulous Christmas tradition at one of the region’s premier parks. Great Plains Growers Conference, Jan. 9-11, Fulkerson Center, Missouri Western State University Campus, St. Joseph, Missouri. https://www.greatplainsgrowersconference.org/ 36th Annual Midland Empire Farm, Home & Rural

By Ag Update via TN Content Exchange The University of Missouri soybean variety testing program experienced a range of conditions this year, including heavy rainfall early and dry weather during the summer, as well as some test plots recording good yields while others reflected poor growing conditions. MU senior research specialist Mark Wieberg says initially

By Iowa Farmer Today via TN Content Exchange Water is always a precious commodity, but as much of the Midwest enters winter off the heels of a major drought, cattle producers should keep a close watch on tanks, ponds and streams as temperatures plummet. “Water is one of those things we often don’t think much

By CJ Beaman Submitted to Corner Post ‘Twas the night after feasting, and I just couldn’t sleep. I tried counting backwards. I tried counting sheep. The leftovers beckoned — the dark meat and white, But I fought the temptation with all of my might. I tossed and I turned with sweet anticipation, Thoughts of a

By Mark Lane Submitted to Corner Post My wife and I took our sons hunting last week. Traipsing over the hillsides south of town, we had fun stalking our ever-elusive prey. We sent the boys ahead, whooping and hollering and chasing each other. This method of Christmas tree hunting not only flushes out trophy trees,

By Agri-View via TN Content Exchange Many are sure that success is measured in size. Big is best. So we strive to attain a big career, a large estate and lots of money. With big comes prestige, many think. And to grow big, sacrifice is necessary. So those folks give up time, health and relationships.

By Mary Bailey Submitted to Corner Post Pumpkin rolls are a tasty treat and make a wonderful Christmas dessert. Pumpkin Roll Cake: 1/4 cup powdered sugar (to sprinkle on towel) 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves 1/4 teaspoon salt 3 large

By Hannah Ferguson Submitted to Corner Post As the only living relative of my mother’s sister, I made a point of calling Aunt Judy almost daily and visiting her at least once a week at her home in a nearby town. She never had children of her own, so she always took special interest in

By Rawné M. Pierce Submitted to Corner Post The spirit of Christmas pulses through the veins of my youngest son. A real tree, a ride through Krug Park, Christmas movies, hot cocoa in the snowman mugs, and spices that boil on the stove in our little farmhouse, all radiate love and relished memories. As a

By Corner Post Here’s something you may find interesting, especially if you’ve ever heard someone answer the question, “Why do you do it that way?” with “That’s the way we’ve always done it.” (I’ve seen or heard this explanation multiple times over the years in various places, but never with a citation.) In the United