Stories

The back of a denim jacket with Barnwarmin' 1968 embroidered on it.

Oct. 18, 2026

A love story, a lasting legacy and a return to Barnwarmin’ 

College sweethearts Alan and Susan Wessler reminisce during Barnwarmin's first time back on campus in 22 years.

Nick Van Schyndel and a coworker cut and package fresh meat for the Mizzou Meat Market.

Oct. 18, 2026

Raising the steaks: Mizzou Meat Market carves out new future in state-of-the-art space 

The Mizzou Meat Market’s new space aims to expand hands-on opportunities for students.

Parson talks at clear podium; Dean stands behind listening.

Oct. 13, 2026

CAFNR celebrates state-of-the-art facilities to benefit Missouri agriculture

The College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources at the University of Missouri hosted a day of celebratory ribbon cuttings on Friday, Oct. 9, for four facilities for research, teaching and outreach.

Oct. 12, 2026

Mizzou cattle herd recognized by Holstein Association

The Holstein Association recognizes herds nationwide for their phenotypic and genetically elite cattle.

Sep. 30, 2026

Sixth Annual CAFNR Research Symposium set for Oct. 7

Discovery and innovation will be on display as students, faculty and staff showcase their research through lightning talks and presentations.

John Miles holds a virtual fencing collar and talks to a cattle producer.

Sep. 22, 2026

Recent animal sciences grad helps pioneer roll out of virtual fencing technology across region 

John Miles graduated from Mizzou in 2026 and works as a Midwest sales representative for Monil.

Cutting a tree

Sep. 14, 2026

CAFNR Showcase at South Farm set for Sept. 26

Annual festival highlights CAFNR degree programs and research through fun and educational activities.

Columns

Sep. 9, 2026

CAFNR welcomes new faculty for Fall 2026

Newest faculty members will help accelerate CAFNR's land-grant mission.

Aug. 31, 2026

2026 Joy of Discovery Seed Grant Program recipients announced

The 2026 Joy of Discovery Seed Grant Program recipients were announced recently by CAFNR Associate Dean for Research Shibu Jose.

Carsyn Petree

Aug. 24, 2026

Turning tradition into career trajectory: An agribusiness management student’s behind-the-scenes experiences as Missouri State Fair intern 

Carsyn Petree spent her summer as an entries intern for the 2026 Missouri State Fair.