Stories
Oct. 23, 2024
Plant Science and Technology and Biochemistry researchers harness DOE technology to further biofuels, basic science
Researchers at the University of Missouri have been studying plants to help farmers improve food production since the inception of the university itself, but as plants become pathways to filling other public needs — like biofuels — it opens doors to researchers who want to gain more insight into the ways that plants operate. “All major advancements start with basic science,” said Jaime Barros-Rios, assistant professor of plant science and technology. Jaime Barros-Rios Barros-Rios is one of two CAFNR researchers currently working under innovative grants with the U.S. Department of Energy that allow them access to DOE equipment and laboratories…
Oct. 22, 2024
2024 MU Online Horse Auction & Fundraiser bidding is open
The 18th annual MU Online Horse Auction & Fundraiser features nine horses and two mules, all trained and raised by students in the Division of Animal Sciences Equine Program.
Oct. 22, 2024
New study abroad program to France gives insight to agricultural education and industry
Abby Loesing, senior agricultural education (communication and leadership emphasis) major, traveled to France on the maiden voyage of the agricultural education study abroad program.
Oct. 18, 2024
CAFNR receives funding from Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development to provide agricultural drone trainings to Missourians
CAFNR and MU Extension faculty practice landing an imaging drone during the first of several “train the trainer” courses that will allow them to teach agricultural drone skills to Missourians. A grant from the Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development looks to open doors for Missourians to receive agricultural drone training through the University of Missouri College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources’ Research, Extension and Education Centers (REECs), Digital Agriculture Research and Extension Center (DAREC) and MU Extension. “This will be a true workforce development project because it will help train people to have careers in agriculture,”…
Oct. 17, 2024
Catch Up With CAFNR – October 2024
CAFNR Vice Chancellor and Dean Christopher Daubert (right), poses with the game-day ball, along with Chad Higgins (left), Vice Chancellor for Extension and Engagement, and Srinand Sreevatsan (center), Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine, on Ag Day 2024 at the Mizzou football game vs. Vanderbilt. CAFNR staff members Genevieve Howard and Christina Meier shared a laugh along with their insights at the LinkedIn training workshops Sept. 23 in the Ag Building. Senior Associate Dean Bryan Garton introduces the featured speakers at the annual CAFNR Scholarship Donor Recognition Dinner Thursday, Oct. 10, at Memorial Union. This event brings together scholarship…
Oct. 16, 2024
Graduate student spotlight: Q&A with Hunter McConnell
Hunter McConnell is pursuing a Ph.D. in Animal Sciences.
Oct. 15, 2024
Get to know Jaapna Dhillon
Dhillon is an assistant professor in the Division of Food, Nutrition & Exercise Sciences.
Oct. 15, 2024
Celebrate historic milestone, learn more about fascinating world of insects
The Enns Entomological Museum, part of the College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (CAFNR) at the University of Missouri, is opening its doors (and cabinets of fascinating specimens) to the local community in celebration of its 150th anniversary.
Oct. 10, 2024
Women learn life-changing skills through Pearls of Production
The 2024 conference is Oct. 29 and Nov. 2.
Oct. 10, 2024
CAFNR graduate student receives sustainable agriculture grant
Leah Gastonguay, Ph.D. student in Plant, Insect and Microbial Sciences (emphasis in Entomology), along with her advisor, Debbie Finke, professor of Plant Science and Technology, was awarded $19,792 for the project, "Companion Planting to Optimize Beneficial Insect Ecosystem Services in Pepper Cropping Systems."