Allison Pease grew up fascinated by river fish, spending countless summers in a mask beneath the surface of Texas creeks. Now a fish ecologist in the College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources at the University of Missouri, Pease is studying the common snook — an iconic game fish that has filled an important cultural, ecological and economic niche in…
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Riding the Whims of the Wind
Researchers at the University of Missouri and Michigan State University develop a model that analyzes the future survival of plants in a changing climate based on how far wind can carry a plant’s seeds
As Earth’s climate continues to change, a plant’s ability to adapt to its shifting environment is critical to its survival. Often, to stay alive a plant must move locations by releasing its seeds, but plants are rooted in the ground and cannot move themselves. Instead, they are dependent on animals or the wind to carry their seeds to a new…
Why Lakes Turn Green: CAFNR Scientist Awarded NSF Grant for Deep Dive into the Health of North America’s Freshwater Lakes
As climate change warms the planet, harmful algal bloom flares are interfering with water quality in lakes
Lakes represent some of the most vital natural resources on Earth. While they only hold a small percentage of the planet’s overall water supply, they provide most of the freshwater people depend on daily. Supported by a new five-year, $2.5 million collaborative grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF), University of Missouri researcher Rebecca North and her colleagues will examine…
Telling the Soy Story
CAFNR alumnus is passionate about being a voice for the agriculture industry through telling Missouri soybean farmers’ stories.
“Farmers truly are stewards who are investing in the future; even if they don’t have livestock relying on them, they’re still feeding into the planet,” Madelyn Warren said. “We have to bridge the gap between producers and consumers through lighthearted and relatable content. Whether that’s talking about generational farming and raising kids on the farm or sharing in the humor…
Q&A with Ryan Milhollin
Ryan is an assistant extension professor in agricultural business and policy
What do you do in your current role with the University of Missouri? I am an assistant extension professor in agricultural business and policy. My area of expertise is in business planning and management, finance, risk management, human resources and production economics. How long have you worked in this position? I began working for MU Extension in September 2002. What…
First autonomous tractor arrives at MU
Among the first of its kind in the U.S., a new electric, autonomous tractor delivered to the University of Missouri will serve as a proprietary model for research and learning
After more than a year of waiting, researchers at the University of Missouri welcome the arrival of one of the nation’s first-of-its-kind electric, autonomous tractors. Known as the Monarch MK-V tractor, this revolutionary piece of technology will be studied for its ability to refine agricultural practices and support farmers with disabilities. Researchers from the College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources…
UM Board of Curators approves naming of “Johnny Morris Institute of Fisheries, Wetlands and Aquatic Systems”
John L. Morris, founder of Bass Pro Shops, recognized for his unparalleled contributions to conservation
The University of Missouri Board of Curators today approved the naming of the Johnny Morris Institute of Fisheries, Wetlands and Aquatic Systems, established through a public-private partnership in March 2023. The institute — a partnership with the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC), the Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation (MCHF) and the MU College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources — was…
New study uses gene prediction tool to select premium grade Angus herds in Missouri and across the United States
In his latest research study, CAFNR’s Jared Decker proves a new genomic prediction tool can help select best-in-class commercial cattle for superior breeding characteristics
Ranches across the Show-Me State manage approximately two million cattle — a significant number of which are Angus, a top-tier breed that has unrivaled success in the commercial beef market. In a new study, University of Missouri researcher Jared Decker and Thompson Research Farm tested a group of commercial Angus cows using a commercial genomic prediction tool called Zoetis GeneMax Advantage to investigate the…
Top 5 livestock forage actions to take during drought
Action items for producers to take now to mitigate longterm effects
Most of Missouri is experiencing drought conditions, which have extended almost a full year, putting enormous pressure on cattle producers. University of Missouri Extension specialists have five top action items for producers to do now: 1. Cull herd. Candidates include open females, cattle with health issues and poor dispositions and females bred outside of preferred calving windows. Wean calves early…
Field days planned this year at Mizzou agricultural centers across the state
Extension and research facilities to host producers and share latest innovations and practices
A robust field day season is planned this year at University of Missouri properties, where extension specialists and researchers share their agriculture findings with producers and the public. Events are planned at MU Extension and Education Centers (EECs), administered by MU Extension, and at MU Research, Extension and Education Centers (REECs), which are part of the College of Agriculture, Food…