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Shanon Dickerson has now visited nearly 25 countries, and, as the director of study abroad for CAFNR, encourages students to see the world. Photo courtesy of Shanon Dickerson.

Oct. 18, 2019

An International Explorer
Alli Abadir is currently serving as a National Teach Ag Ambassador. National Teach Ag Ambassadors assist with recruitment efforts on the state and national level, while also engaging in mentoring, networking and professional development. Photo courtesy of Alli.

Oct. 16, 2019

Investing in the Future
The Southwest Research Center held a ribbon cutting on Friday, Oct. 25, to celebrate the opening of a new facility.

Oct. 11, 2019

‘A Game Changer’
To uncover what’s going on with cover crops, University of Missouri College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (CAFNR) researchers Zhen Cai and Ranjith Udawatta did such a study of the economic effects of cover crops on cash crop production. The four-year study took place at the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Soil Health Farm in Chariton County, Missouri, in a 26.3-hectare (64.9-acre) area, which was divided into six fields and planted with soybeans, corn and wheat. Photo courtesy of Ranjith Udawatta.

Oct. 11, 2019

Uncovering the Economic Sense of Planting Cover Crops
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. 8, 2019

A Celebration of Chestnuts
The Wurdack Research Center Field Day featured numerous discussions centered on forages and livestock, and provided local farmers and producers with information to help them improve their farming operations. The event, which took place Friday, Oct. 4, included a free lunch that was sponsored by First Community National Bank (FCNB).

Oct. 8, 2019

Showcasing Research
Tim Safranski, professor in the Division of Animal Sciences and a state swine Extension specialist, received the MU College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (CAFNR) Golden Apple Award for going above and beyond in teaching and advising Tuesday morning, during his writing intensive swine production course. Safranski was surprised by the unexpected interruption, led by Bryan Garton, senior associate dean and director of academic programs, and Shari Freyermuth, assistant dean and director of student services.

Oct. 8, 2019

A Golden Surprise
Mizzou's historic columns

Oct. 8, 2019

Honoring CAFNR’s Top Alumni
Each year, the South Farm Research Center opens its doors to the public for a day of educational fun, allowing the Center to showcase how unique the University of Missouri College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (CAFNR) is. This year’s South Farm Showcase was no different, as thousands flocked to the Research Center to partake in a variety of activities centered on agriculture and natural resources.

Oct. 6, 2019

A Day of Educational Fun
Donn Cummings and Caio Canella Vieira, Borlaug Scholar

Oct. 3, 2019

Canella Vieira Receives Borlaug Scholar Award and First Place in NAPB Poster Competition