Plant Sciences

May 12, 2026

CAFNR professor receives Provost’s Award for University Citizenship in Leadership 

Walter Gassman, a professor of plant science and technology, received the 2026 award.

May 12, 2026

CAFNR assistant extension professor receives Provost’s Award for Creative Extension Programming by New Faculty

Peng Tian, an assistant extension professor with CAFNR, received the 2026 award.

May 12, 2026

CAFNR assistant teaching professor honored with Kathleen and Robert Unrath Excellence in Visionary Teaching Award 

Lesleighan Cravens, an assistant teaching professor in the Division of Plant Science and Technology, received the 2026 award.
Carissa Bersche, Allison Collier and Randi Noel.

April 24, 2026

CAFNR students, alumna named NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program recipients

Two CAFNR students and one alumna have been named recipients of the 2026-2027 NSF GRFP.
Mizzou Plant Science and Technology students compete in the 2026 National Collegiate Landscape Competition.

March 31, 2026

Plant sciences student shares experience at National Collegiate Landscape Competition 

Out of 54 schools, Mizzou solidified their ranking in the top 10 in only their third time competing.  
Austin Wilson repairing a lawnmower.

March 5, 2026

AST Club president makes his mark through leadership, lawnmowers and more 

Austin Wilson is president of CAFNR's Agricultural Systems Technology (AST) Club.
Female student arranging flowers on a shelf.

Feb. 11, 2026

Students Work ‘9 to 5’ to Prepare for Valentine’s Day at Tiger Garden

The University of Missouri's student-run floral shop, Tiger Garden, is in full swing for Valentine's Day, bringing this year's Dolly Parton-inspired "I Will Always Love You" theme to life.
Ryn Kreitz looking at soil samples in a greenhouse.

Feb. 10, 2026

CAFNR student, McNair Scholar cultivates a future in plant sciences

Ryn Kreitz is conducting research that aims to impact prairie restoration plantings.
Austin Wilson speaks to the audience.

Jan. 26, 2026

CAFNR student Austin Wilson elected national SASES president

Austin Wilson is a junior studying plant sciences.
Man asks question from audience.

Dec. 17, 2025

CAFNR students showcase small businesses, compete for funding

Last month, three CAFNR students participated in Mizzou's Entrepreneur Quest Student Accelerator Finale, with two placing high enough to receive funding for their business ideas – and all three receiving valuable experience.