Extension

Kelly McGowan

July 30, 2024

Q&A with Kelly McGowan

Kelly McGowan is an MU Extension field specialist in agronomy.

several individuals sit on risers pulled behind a tractor in a soybean field as a man explains information on a poster beneath a Mizzou branded tent

July 19, 2024

Northern Missouri Research, Extension and Education Center to host field day

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. 1, where attendees have the opportunity for an in-person look at research conducted at the REEC.

July 18, 2024

Planted for Growth

Across the Missouri Agricultural Experiment Station (MOAES), faculty are cultivating not just plants and livestock, but a brighter future for generations to come. That means not only continuing the research that helps nourish people across the globe but also tending to and growing the facilities that help make that research possible.

Hunter Lovewell headshot

June 25, 2024

Q&A with Hunter Lovewell

Hunter Lovewell is an MU Extension agronomy field specialist.

Graphic for MO Cash Rental Rate Survey 2024

June 3, 2024

Landowners and tenants invited to respond to 2024 Missouri Cash Rental Rate Survey

MU Extension researchers invite Missouri landowners, farmers, ranchers and hunters to participate in the 2024 Missouri Cash Rental Rate Survey.

Carson Roberts

June 3, 2024

Carson Roberts

Roberts is an Assistant Professor and State Extension Specialist for Forage Agronomy at the University of Missouri. Roberts holds a Ph.D. in Plant and Soil Science from Mississippi State University. Roberts leads an applied research program on forage-livestock systems to support one of the largest beef herds in the U.S. He has a particular interest in in regenerative systems that improve drought resiliency. Educational background Ph.D. Plant and Soil Science, Mississippi State University M.S. Plant Science, Utah State University B.S. Agronomy, Crop and Soil Science, Brigham Young University – Idaho…

Kelly Nelson portrait in dark suit and red tie

April 17, 2024

Kelly Nelson honored with J.W. Burch Extension Award at Celebration of Excellence

Kelly Nelson, MU Extension agronomist, has received CAFNR's 2024 J.W. Burch State Specialist Agricultural Extension Award as part of the Celebration of Excellence awards ceremony April 16.

Person smiling at the camera wearing blue coat and red tie.

April 15, 2024

Q&A with Rudra Baral

What do you do in your current role with the University of Missouri?I am the regional agronomy specialist at the MU Extension. I serve Cole, Gasconade, Miller, Maries, Osage, and Pulaski counties. How long have you worked in this position?I have been in this role since September 2023 What is your favorite part about the work you do?One of the most rewarding aspects of my work is the direct impact I have on the local farming communities. I enjoy providing valuable information, innovative solutions, and support to farmers, helping them enhance their practices and overcome challenges. Additionally, the opportunity to…

Rusty Lee and Justin Chamberlin

March 14, 2024

Saving the herd with milo grazing

Missouri cattle producer John Chamberlin didn’t want to sell his cows during the drought last year, began grazing them on milo thanks to MU Extension.

Chloe Collins

March 1, 2024

Q&A With Chloe Collins

Chloe Collins is an MU Extension field specialist in dairy.