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Sign for Southwest Research, Extension and Education Center

Sep. 15, 2025

Mizzou’s Southwest Research, Extension and Education Center to hold Field Day Sept. 18

The University of Missouri’s Southwest Research, Extension and Education Center (REEC), located near Mt. Vernon, invites area agricultural producers to join in a public Field Day Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Attendees mingle, make appetizer plates and look at research posters.

Sep. 15, 2025

CAFNR Research Symposium 2025 looks to ‘Solve what’s next’

Mizzou's College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources is hosting the 5th Annual CAFNR Research Symposium Wednesday, Oct. 1, at Memorial Union on campus, focused on "Solving What's News: Innovation at the Intersection of Life, Food and Data."
Cows graze on grass.

Sep. 11, 2025

Mizzou economists: 2025 farm income boosted by high cattle prices and one-time payments

The University of Missouri Food and Agricultural Policy Research Institute (FAPRI) finds signs of strain in crop markets despite a strong year for livestock producers.
AI generated photo of labs and agriculture

Sep. 10, 2025

CAFNR Forward: Charting the Future with Generative AI

Generative AI is no longer a futuristic concept; it's a powerful tool actively reshaping global industries. For agricultural sciences, this technology presents a pivotal opportunity to enhance efficiency, sustainability, and innovation.
Event attendees chat outside of a tan building

Sep. 10, 2025

Catch up with CAFNR – September 2025

A photo gallery of CAFNR happenings for September 2025.
A couple poses with their two dogs.

Sep. 10, 2025

Get to know Sydney Winn

Sydney Winn is the CAFNR Extension Communication Strategist in CAFNR Marketing & Communications.
Historic columns in sunlight

Sep. 10, 2025

CAFNR welcomes new faculty for Fall 2025

CAFNR welcomes 12 new faculty members.
Michelle poses with award.

Sep. 8, 2025

Michelle Brooks Named Driver to Distinction

CAFNR Vice Chancellor and Dean Christopher Daubert recognized Michelle Brooks with the CAFNR Driver to Distinction award during a surprise visit to her classroom Sept. 4, 2025. Heike Bücking, director of the Division of Plant Science and Technology; Debbie Finke, professor and associate director of the Division of Plant Science and Technology; Vicki Bryan, coordinator of the Interdisciplinary Plant Group; and David Braun, director of the Interdisciplinary Plant Group, joined Daubert for the surprise. Brooks was honored for her years of service to the Mizzou plant community’s research and teaching needs.
The new building at the SW-REEC under gorgeous sunlight

Sep. 4, 2025

Ribbon cutting held Sept. 3 for Eldon Cole MU Livestock Facility at Mizzou’s Southwest REEC

A ribbon cutting was held Wednesday, Sept. 3, for a Mizzou facility to elevate livestock research and education capabilities in southwestern Missouri, named in honor of a long-time MU Extension livestock specialist.
A group of ROTC students in uniform.

Aug. 29, 2025

Alumna forecasts a bright future with the U.S. Air Force

Since graduating from the University of Missouri’s School of Natural Resources in May 2025, Kirsten Robinson has launched a career that combines her passions for atmospheric sciences and military service.