Academic Programs

Students in caps and gowns.

Dec. 17, 2025

USDA study shows increased job demand for CAFNR graduates in the next five years

A new national employment outlook study conducted by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) projected a five-year outlook in those fields, from 2025 to 2030. The report forecasts more than 104,000 annual job openings, a demand expected to exceed the supply of qualified graduates.
Students gather to celebrate their professor's award.

Dec. 3, 2025

Catherine Peterson receives CAFNR Golden Apple Award

Catherine Peterson, associate professor in CAFNR's Division of Food, Nutrition and Exercise Sciences, received the Golden Apple Award Wednesday, Dec. 3, in recognition of her sustained excellence in teaching and mentorship.
Shanon smiling.

Nov. 21, 2025

Shanon Dickerson named International Engagement Award recipient

The awards recognize the outstanding work to internationalize Mizzou.
Clapping for Dr. Credeur.

Nov. 18, 2025

Daniel Credeur honored with Golden Apple Award

Daniel Credeur, associate teaching professor in the Division of Food, Nutrition and Exercise Sciences (FNES), was surprised with CAFNR's Golden Apple Award Tuesday, Nov. 18, in a ceremony led by Bryan Garton, senior associate dean and director of academic programs; DJ Ryu, division director of FNES and Credeur's nominator; and many colleagues.
Soils Judging Team poses for a photo.

Nov. 14, 2025

MU Collegiate Soil Judging places 3rd at regional contest, helps out rival team

Last month, the MU Collegiate Soil Judging Team took home third place at the 2025 Region V Soil Judging Contest in Omaha, advancing to the 2026 National Collegiate Soil Judging contest in Raleigh, North Carolina, this upcoming spring. Mizzou’s team is the largest collegiate soil judging team in the nation, and although 24 Mizzou students competed in the contest, only 21 actually competed for the Tigers.
Alison Rutledge with her Biochemistry Freshmen Interest Group class

Oct. 22, 2025

Advisor Alison Rutledge honored with Golden Apple Award

Alison Rutledge, senior academic advisor in the Division of Biochemistry, was surprised with the CAFNR Golden Apple Award Wednesday, Oct. 22.
Adam Yokom listens and holds the Golden Aple

Oct. 15, 2025

Adam Yokom, assistant professor of Biochemistry, receives Golden Apple Award

Adam Yokom, assistant professor of Biochemistry, received the CAFNR Golden Apple Award Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025, in a surprise ceremony led by Bryan Garton, senior associate dean and director of academic programs; Michael Chapman, director of the Division of Biochemistry; and many colleagues.
Electric tractor demonstration.

Oct. 14, 2025

Career Exploration Days open REECs to high school students across state

Each fall, the Missouri Agricultural Experiment Station's (MOAES) Research, Extension and Education Centers (REECs) provide local high students the opportunity to learn about careers stemming from CAFNR's 14 degree programs. In addition to information provided by CAFNR's Academic Programs Office and degree program recruiters, each REEC taps local faculty in extension and research to showcase their work.

Sep. 18, 2025

Go global with CAFNR!

Study abroad to find your adventure, discover a new view of the world, and boost your resume! Learning and understanding a new culture and way of communicating, solving problems, and developing independence, are all experiences that will add an invaluable international dimension to your CAFNR degree.

Sep. 18, 2025

Student success in CAFNR

Attending college is an exciting leap into independence, opportunity, and growth. New freedoms include new responsibilities – especially when it comes to academics.