Missouri Agricultural Experiment Station

Sep. 24, 2026

Mizzou researchers help Smithsonian capture a modern picture of America’s wildlife

From a living laboratory in mid-Missouri, students and faculty are contributing thousands of wildlife observations to a landmark national study.

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.

Numerous students attended the Southwest Research Center Career Exploration Day in September. The event allows high school students to get a glimpse of the possible careers in agriculture and natural resources. Photo courtesy of David Cope.

Sep. 7, 2026

Southwest Research, Extension and Education Center hosts 2026 Career Exploration and Public Field Day

Attendees to hear from specialists about research on beef, forage and horticultural crop production.

Mary Davison kneels by tomato plants.

Aug. 31, 2026

Growing leaders, one tomato at a time

At Mizzou’s annual Tomato Festival, students gain hands-on experience growing more than 200 tomato varieties before sharing what they learn with Missourians.

Tim Reinbott smiling with a butterfly on his hand.

Aug. 19, 2026

Connecting the Dots of Discovery

For more than four decades, Tim Reinbott has connected research with real-world impact in Missouri agriculture, helping shape MoAES research.

Two men giving a presentation next to a field.

Aug. 9, 2026

Where Water Ponds and Yields Change

Researchers at the MU Drainage and Sub-Irrigation project are combining drainage research with landscape-position studies to help Missouri farmers manage water, nutrients and crop productivity.

A sunflower in a sunflower field.

Aug. 3, 2026

Mizzou’s sunflower display has become a favorite tradition

Visit the University of Missouri's South Farm to see the annual display of blooming sunflowers — this year features three waves of blooms to enjoy.

Fisher Delta field day and tour

July 29, 2026

T.E. “Jake” Fisher Delta Research, Extension and Education Center hosts 2026 Field Day

Attendees to learn about innovative research on crop protection, soybean breeding and precision agriculture.

Lee Greenley Jr. Memorial Research Center sign

July 26, 2026

Northern Missouri Research, Extension and Education Center hosts 2026 field day

Attendees to learn about the latest research and best practices in crop, livestock and pest management.

field day participant drives a robotic tool in the field

July 5, 2026

MU Digital Agriculture Research and Extension Center to host third Digital Agriculture Symposium

The public is invited to take part in the symposium July 27-28.