CAFNR alumni and friends, as well as Truman himself brought that black-and-gold spirit to Lake of the Woods golf course Friday, Sept. 19, for the annual CAFNR Tiger Classic tournament, raising funds for student scholarships and experiences! Thanks to everyone who put together a team this year to support the CAFNR Alumni Association and CAFNR students. We were proud to raise $20,000 this year.

Black-and-gold roots run deep for two CAFNR students serving on the 2025 Homecoming Steering Committee.

Student leaders from CAFNR gathered in Sedalia, Missouri, August 7-17, to ensure the state’s largest agricultural expo ran smoothly.

Todd Graves (BS Ag ’88), chair of the University of Missouri Board of Curators, reflects on Mizzou’s research reputation, family connections and the future.

Alumna Tyne Morgan (BS ’08), host of the U.S. Farm Report, brings her College Roadshow to Mizzou Thursday, Oct. 9. Each fall she invites Mizzou agricultural economists for a live panel filmed on campus in front of an enthusiastic audience of students, faculty, staff and Missouri ag stakeholders. In addition, Tyne and crew seek out feature stories at each campus to showcase impactful research, teaching and outreach.

Don’t miss this special black-and-gold episode, which will run Oct. 11; see various ways to watch, including network television and streaming.

Scholarships, support helped launch Kirsten Robinson into her career as a commissioned weather officer.

Tony Anderson (BS Plant Sciences ’96) turned his love for plants into a love for direct trade on his journey to becoming owner of Three Story Coffee in Jefferson City, Missouri.

Ben Marshall (BS Ag Ed ’06), reminisces on his time as Mizzou’s beloved mascot as Truman celebrates 39 years of spirited antics.

Recent CAFNR graduate selected for Fulbright U.S. Student Program

Vice Chancellor and Dean Daubert leads international food science and technology event.

Program combined academic instruction with real-world experience.

Fifty years after "Jaws" captured the imagination — and fear — of the public, wildlife ecologist Michael Byrne is working to change the pop culture narrative.

Plant Science & Technology faculty member honored by American Society of Plant Biologists 

Cecilia Constantino Rocha receives ASAS Young Scholar Award 

Andrew Clarke honored with award from American Meat Science Association 

School of Natural Resources researcher dives into Paraguayan fish conservation with Fulbright Award 

Hot genes: CAFNR scientist earns Fulbright to study heat-resistant cattle in India 

Hear from entrepreneurial Tigers, including one from CAFNR, running their businesses on campus — and how Mizzou has helped them along the way.

Izzy Freymuth, senior in agricultural education – teacher certification, hosts a sheep showmanship camp on her farm each summer.

Mathew Kimaku is a double major in health science and nutrition & exercise physiology.

Biochemistry student wins American Association for Cancer Research Undergraduate Scholar Award

Mizzou Student Chapter of the American Institute of Floral Designers Win Awards at AIFD National Symposium 

Mizzou Torq’N Tigers find success at the International 1/4 Scale Tractor Design Competition

Cole was a long-time Extension employee, one of the most well-regarded livestock specialists in the state.

Community gardens program helps grow connections and tackle food insecurity.

Oct. 18: Southwest Research, Extension & Education Center Football Watch Party

March 7, 2026: CAFNR Unlimited

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