Last year, Missouri Foundation Seed (MFS) received a $3.25 million appropriation from the State of Missouri to modernize its facilities and, ultimately, be more competitive with other states. Today, MFS is hard at work implementing that project, and one of its more impactful investments — a new combine — has arrived and is being put to use for harvest. MFS…
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Showcase returns to South Farm
Formerly known as South Farm Showcase, Mizzou’s College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources will host CAFNR Showcase at South Farm for the first time since 2019.
For many years, South Farm Showcase was a beloved staple fall event attracting families from Boone County and beyond to experience one of Mizzou’s research farms and the College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources’ (CAFNR) programs, and interact with the facility. After a three-year hiatus, CAFNR is excited to reintroduce the event as CAFNR Showcase at South Farm. “We…
T.E. ‘Jake’ Fisher Delta Research, Extension and Education Center to host first ever Ag Research Expo
Participants to learn about the latest in agricultural research and real-world applications
University of Missouri’s T.E. “Jake” Fisher Delta Research, Extension and Education Center (REEC) invites the public to its first Ag Research Expo on Wednesday, Aug. 30. The event is a new approach to the REEC’s traditional Field Day, and will focus on producers while providing separate events for other stakeholders. Farmers and other individuals will have the opportunity for an…
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…
Northern Missouri Research, Extension and Education Center to host field day
Lee Greenley Jr. Memorial Research Farm to host event, participants to learn about latest in agricultural research and real-world applications
The University of Missouri’s Northern Missouri Research, Extension and Education Center (NM-REEC) invites the public to its annual Field Day on Thursday, Aug. 3, where attendees have the opportunity for an in-person look at research conducted at the REEC. The event will take place at the Lee Greenley Jr. Memorial Research Farm just outside of Novelty, Missouri, and participants will…
A Natural Fit
Linn County Extension moves into facility at Cornett Farm
MU Extension Field Specialist Valerie Tate sat at her desk near Linneus as her co-worker popped in. “Oh, hey, do you mind if I put these insect traps up around the farm as part of the statewide MU IPM pest monitoring network?” Tate asked. When she asked this question, Tate was already on “the farm.” Tate works out of the…
MU Center for Agroforestry Hosts Education Events for Producers this Summer
Offerings Include Elderberry, General Agroforestry Practices and Nut Growing
This summer, the MU Center for Agroforestry will host three events aimed at helping those producing or interested in producing elderberry, nut trees and practicing agroforestry. Each event is designed to provide classroom and hands-on learning that will benefit both new and experienced growers. Comprehensive Elderberry Workshop and Orchard Tour Set for June 15-16 in Columbia, this workshop explores one…
The Legacy of Jake Fisher
The T.E. “Jake” Fisher Delta Research, Extension and Education Center remembers its namesake
The community across the Delta region of the southeast corner of Missouri was struck with a deep loss with the passing of Jake Fisher in March. Fisher was the long-time superintendent and namesake of the College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources’ T.E. “Jake” Fisher Delta Research, Extension and Education Center (REEC) in Portageville, but to the community there and…
Hannah Hemmelgarn Received CAFNR Inclusion Cultivator Award at 2023 Celebration of Excellence
Hannah Hemmelgarn was honored with the inaugural Inclusive Cultivator Award during CAFNR’s 2023 Celebration of Excellence ceremony on Tuesday, April 11. Hemmelgarn is the assistant program director for the Center for Agroforestry (UMCA), where she coordinates the communications program, develops curriculum for education and outreach efforts and leads community-centered agroforestry programs. Hemmelgarn has been instrumental in promoting diversity, equity and…
CAFNR Welcomes New Faculty
Ten new faculty members join CAFNR for the spring 2023 semester
With the spring semester underway, we are excited to introduce and welcome the new faculty members in our college. The College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources at the University of Missouri is proud to introduce 10 new faculty members this semester who will further elevate our research, teaching and extension mission. They each bring a wealth of knowledge in…