School of Natural Resources

Sep. 30, 2026

Sixth Annual CAFNR Research Symposium set for Oct. 7

Discovery and innovation will be on display as students, faculty and staff showcase their research through lightning talks and presentations.

Sep. 24, 2026

Mizzou researchers help Smithsonian capture a modern picture of America’s wildlife

From a living laboratory in mid-Missouri, students and faculty are contributing thousands of wildlife observations to a landmark national study.

Sep. 22, 2026

Mizzou research shows goats can help restore Missouri woodlands

Gina Beebe, a University of Missouri doctoral student, is promoting a holistic view of land management that bridges the gap between conservation and agricultural production.
Brad Workman

Sep. 20, 2026

Charting his own course: Two-time CAFNR alum discusses how unconventional career path led him to working for Amazon 

Atmospheric sciences graduate Brad Workman, BS '11, MS '13, serves as Amazon's chief meteorologist.
Jenna Fusinatto is an academic advisor for students in the parks, recreation and sport degree program.

Sep. 20, 2026

CAFNR academic advisor receives 2026 MACADA Outstanding Advising Award 

Jenna Fusinatto received the award from the Missouri Academic Advising Association (MACADA).
Cutting a tree

Sep. 14, 2026

CAFNR Showcase at South Farm set for Sept. 26

Annual festival highlights CAFNR degree programs and research through fun and educational activities.
Columns

Sep. 9, 2026

CAFNR welcomes new faculty for Fall 2026

Newest faculty members will help accelerate CAFNR's land-grant mission.
Hannah Hemmelgarn.

Sep. 2, 2026

Hannah Hemmelgarn

Hannah Hemmelgarn oversees the Center for Agroforestry’s training programs, partnerships, and events. Her background as an agroforestry practitioner, an educator, and a program coordinator informs her work to advance agroforestry implementation through network development, training program design, and critical research connections. She and her staff team coordinate the Annual Agroforestry Symposium, the Agroforestry Training Academy and seasonal public and professional training events, develop content for Action in Agroforestry E-News, and facilitate student engagement and internships.  Research Foci Educational background…

Aug. 31, 2026

2026 Joy of Discovery Seed Grant Program recipients announced

The 2026 Joy of Discovery Seed Grant Program recipients were announced recently by CAFNR Associate Dean for Research Shibu Jose.
Fallen leaves on moss in a forest.

Aug. 16, 2026

The Next Generation of White Oaks

CAFNR researchers continue to study how forest management and regeneration efforts could shape the future of one of the state's most valuable tree species.