Missouri Agricultural Experiment Station

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

Shibu Jose recognized with Excellence in Leadership Award

The award from agInnovation recognizes Jose's exceptional vision, dedication and guidance within CAFNR and the land-grant system.

Oct. 12, 2026

Mizzou cattle herd recognized by Holstein Association

The Holstein Association recognizes herds nationwide for their phenotypic and genetically elite cattle.
Another Missouri Chestnut Roast is in the books, and guests were treated to a variety of activities and presentations related to horticulture and agroforestry during the event, which took place Saturday, Oct. 5.

Oct. 1, 2026

Celebrating Missouri’s perennial harvest at the Missouri Chestnut Roast Festival 

Annual festival hosted by the Center for Agroforestry to take place Oct. 10 in New Franklin.

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.