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Ruth Williamson in the lab.

May 13, 2025

Plant sciences student presents innovative research at Undergraduate Research Day at the Missouri State Capitol

Ruth Williamson, a senior in plant sciences (breeding, biology and biotechnology emphasis) presented her research on the benefits of being outside on human health.

A group of students standing on the steps of Jesse Hall.

May 13, 2025

Mizzou Meteorology Club helps Mizzou achieve StormReady designation from the National Weather Service

The University of Missouri has earned a StormReady designation from the National Weather Service. The recognition is awarded to communities and institutions that demonstrate a strong commitment to severe weather preparedness and communication.

May 9, 2025

Spring 2025 CAFNR Senior Spotlight

Celebrating our graduates!

Six people posing.

May 8, 2025

Seven CAFNR staff members honored with Driver to Distinction Award

CAFNR Vice Chancellor and Dean Christopher Daubert recognized seven CAFNR staff members with the CAFNR Driver to Distinction award at the faculty and staff meeting on April 29, 2025.

Rob Meyers smiling.

May 7, 2025

Rob Myers receives the C. Brice Ratchford Memorial Fellowship Award

Rob Myers, director of the Center for Regenerative Agriculture and an Extension Professor in the Division of Plant Science and Technology, has received the C. Brice Ratchford Memorial Fellowship Award.

Bing Yang posing.

May 7, 2025

Bing Yang named Fellow of the American Phytopathological Society

Bing Yang has been named a Fellow of the American Phytopathological Society (APS).

Portrait of Walter Gassmann

May 7, 2025

Walter Gassmann receives Noel T. Keen Award

Walter Gassmann, professor in the Division of Plant Science and Technology, and director of the Bond Life Sciences Center, has received the Noel T. Keen Award from the American Phytopathological Society (APS).

three students with a baby calf

May 7, 2025

CAFNR’s Foremost Dairy facility showcases collaborative excellence in veterinary and agricultural education

Located just west of Columbia, Foremost Dairy is part of the Missouri Agricultural Experiment Station, a statewide network of farms and facilities that supports research, education and extension. What sets this facility apart is its role as a collaborative classroom for students across disciplines and a model of top-tier animal care.

David Mendoza-Cozatl

May 7, 2025

David Mendoza-Cozatl receives Chancellor’s Award for Outstanding Research & Creative Activity in the Biological Sciences

David Mendoza-Cozatl, assistant professor of plant sciences and a member of the Interdisciplinary Plant Group (IPG), has been given the Chancellor’s Award for Outstanding Research & Creative Activity in the Biological Sciences.

Hank Stelzer

May 7, 2025

Hank Stelzer receives Donald W. Fancher Provost Award for Outstanding Achievement in Extension and Continuing Education

Hank Stelzer, associate professor of forestry, state extension specialist in forestry and education director of extension natural resources, has been given the Donald W. Fancher Provost Award for Outstanding Achievement in Extension and Continuing Education.