Featured Stories
May 8, 2026
Plants power the next generation of medicine in Mizzou lab
Prashant Sonawane, assistant professor of biochemistry, says plants are “magicians.”
May 7, 2026
Nine outstanding alumni, friends recognized by CAFNR Alumni Association
The CAFNR Alumni Association is thrilled to present its annual awards, which honor and celebrate exceptional contributions and service to the association and the college.
Story Highlights
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Mizzou expands virtual fencing for cattle in Missouri and Nebraska
A $3.7 million grant is helping CAFNR's Center for Regenerative Agriculture put GPS-enabled collars on the cattle of 200 livestock producers, saving time and labor.
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Less water, same taste: New approach helps growers produce sweet corn more efficiently
University of Missouri researchers find farmers can cut back on water without losing crop quality.
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A voice for the environment: CAFNR student pushes for advocacy while preparing for career in environmental law
Makayla Mayhew advocates for sustainability in the community as president of Sustain Mizzou.
Spotlights & Accolades
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Q&A with Kantha Channaiah
Kantha is the state extension specialist of food processing and safety and assistant professor of food science.
Achievement
CAFNR students, alumna named NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program recipients
Two CAFNR students and one alumna have been named recipients of the 2026-2027 NSF GRFP.