The College of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (CAFNR) Alumni Association is proud to announce the recipients of the 2025-2026 CAFNR 150 Grants. This prestigious grant program, supported by the CAFNR 150 Endowment, continues to make a significant impact on the lives of students and educators at the University of Missouri. The endowment allows CAFNR to award over $50,000 in grants annually for student programs and teaching improvements.
The CAFNR 150 Endowment was established with the goal of enhancing educational opportunities, supporting student success, and fostering innovative teaching practices. The funds provided through these grants have made a wide range of experiences possible for students and faculty alike, including:
- Educational Trips: Offering students hands-on learning experiences in a variety of agricultural settings and industries.
- Career Development Programs: Funding innovative initiatives that prepare students for successful careers in agriculture, food, and natural resources.
- Classroom Technology Enhancements: Supporting cutting-edge advancements in teaching that provide students with a modern, interactive learning environment.
“CAFNR 150 grants ensure that students have access to experiences and opportunities that enrich their academic journey and prepare them for the future,” said Brett Wessler, CAFNR Alumni Association president. “This year’s recipients are continuing to push the boundaries of innovation and excellence, and we’re proud to support them in these endeavors.”
Since its inception, the CAFNR 150 Endowment has played a crucial role in providing financial support to students who might not otherwise have access to higher education, and in fostering advancements that elevate the quality of learning at CAFNR.
Award recipients
- Agribusiness Management Club
- CAFNR Academic Programs – Career Development
- CAFNR Academic Programs – Recruitment
- CAFNR Collegiate Soil Judging Team
- Club Management Association of America
- Financial Planning Association MU Chapter
- Fisheries and Aquatic Science Society
- Food Science Association
- Forestry Club
- Hospitality Management
- Mizzou Collegiate Cattlewomen
- Mizzou Collegiate Farm Bureau
- Mizzou Dairy Products Evaluation Team
- Mizzou Meteorology Club
- Mizzou Quarter Scale Tractor Pulling Team (Torq’N Tigers)
- Mizzou Swine Club
- Mizzou Women in Natural Resources
- MU Agronomy Club
- MU Student Chapter of The Wildlife Society (MUTWS)
- MUNCH / ChefZou
- National Agri-Marketing Association (NAMA)
- Nutrition and Wellness Organization (NWO)
- Parks, Recreation, Sport and Tourism
- School of Natural Resources
- The University of Missouri Biochemistry Club
- Tigers for Tigers
- University of Missouri Horticulture Club
- University of Missouri Student Chapter of the American Institute of Floral Designers
- Women in Financial Planning
For more information about the CAFNR 150 Grants or to learn how you can support CAFNR’s mission, visit CAFNR Alumni.
About the CAFNR Alumni Association: The CAFNR Alumni Association is dedicated to supporting students, faculty, and the university community through scholarships, grants, and networking opportunities. With a mission to strengthen the future of agriculture, food, and natural resources, the Association works to create lasting partnerships and promote academic excellence.