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May 13, 2024
MU Center for Agroforestry research aims to standardize and grow chestnut industry in Missouri and other middle states
Researchers at the University of Missouri’s Center for Agroforestry, which has studied Chinese Chestnuts for decades, are working to harness the good qualities of the industry's rich legacy while providing the standardization and reliability sought in any crop for large-scale commercial production in hopes of sparking a regional industry.
May 13, 2024
FAPRI looks back on 40 years
Abner Womack speaks during the the 10th Annual Abner Womack Missouri Agriculture Outlook Conference in Columbia, Mo. In the early 1980s, a small group of mathematicians and agricultural economists saw a need that few others acknowledged — objective analysis of agricultural markets and policies. With perseverance to find funding and an academic home — both of which were challenging — that small group of people brought the Food and Agricultural Policy Research Institute (FAPRI) at the University of Missouri to life in 1984. Today, FAPRI is a valuable resource for a wide range of stakeholders including the U.S. Congress, USDA,…
May 13, 2024
Biochemistry student Allison Vernon wins 2024 Liminal Scholarship
CAFNR student, Allison Vernon, has won the 2024 Liminal Scholarship for her essay, “Charon’s Forgotten Humanity.”
May 13, 2024
Mizzou National Agri-Marketing Association (NAMA) team places 5th in national competition
The Mizzou NAMA qualified for the final round of the student marketing competition at the 2024 Agri-Marketing Conference held in Kansas City, April 24-26.
May 13, 2024
CAFNR students win Award for Academic Distinction
This honor was established in 2014 by a group of students to celebrate fellow Tigers who have gone above and beyond expectations. It is one of the highest honors MU offers based on academic distinction alone.
May 13, 2024
Animal Sciences names Top 10 Seniors
At Division of Animal Sciences awards banquet on April 26, 10 seniors were recognized for their contributions to the department.
May 10, 2024
Mizzou Legacy Uses Hometown Opportunity to Pursue Global Dreams
Riley Cole is graduating with a degree in Environmental Sciences and will join the Peace Corps in September as a Climate-Smart Agriculture Promoter in Paraguay.
May 9, 2024
Catch Up With CAFNR – May 2024
Shibu Jose, associate dean for research, leads an Arbor Day talk on April 5, in conjunction with partners from the Missouri Department of Conservation. A topping-off ceremony was held April 12 for new Learning Center at the Horticulture and Agroforestry Research Farm. CAFNR’s annual Celebration of Excellence Ceremony was April 16 in Monsanto Auditorium. Nutrition & Exercise Research Day (NERD) was held April 25, featuring two expert speakers on topics surrounding health and physical activity.
May 7, 2024
Message from Bryon Wiegand
As I reflect on three years in the “front office,” it seems nearly impossible that this amount of time has passed. Then again, there is never a dull moment in the Division of Animal Sciences, and you quite literally have no time for grass to grow under one’s feet (not because of the past two years of drought either). This is a special place to work. I thought it a truly special place to learn in the early 90’s, and though my hair (and beard) have some gray, I still ride for the brand with vigor. From the students to staff to faculty,…
May 3, 2024
CAFNR Alumni Association announces annual award recipients
The CAFNR Alumni Association is thrilled to present its annual awards, which honor and celebrate exceptional contributions and service to the association. These awards highlight the dedication and commitment of individuals who have gone above and beyond to support and uplift the CAFNR community. Bob Idel Dana Brown Haynes Service Award Bob Idel has been awarded the Dana Brown Haynes Distinguished Service Award from the CAFNR Alumni Association. Idel worked for FCS Financial for more than 43 years, served on the board for both the Missouri Pork Association and Missouri 4-H Foundation, and was inducted into the Hall of Fame…