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A new University of Missouri Extension guide outlines techniques for establishing wildlife habitats in field borders and fence lines and describes how they not only help wildlife but can have agronomic and economic benefits as well. Field Borders for Agronomic, Economic and Wildlife Benefits explains that field edges next to mature woodlands may suffer yield reductions of 30 percent or more, making them unprofitable to plant, fertilize, treat with pesticides and harvest. Eligible landowners may receive rental or cost-share payments for converting certain croplands to wildlife habitat through state and federal conservation programs.