Agriculture has always been part of Macey Hurst’s life. A Missouri State University alumna, Hurst grew up on a cow-calf farm in Meta, Missouri. Now an advocate for agriculture and entrepreneur, Hurst reflects on her journey through Future Farmers of America (FFA) and Missouri State, and how the experiences she encountered prepared her well for her professional … [Read more...] about Advocating for agriculture
During Missouri State University’s spring break from March 7-10, ag business junior Blake Garwood had an unforgettable experience. He went on a mission trip to Tijuana, Mexico. It was Garwood’s first time travelling out of the country and going on a trip like this. “It was eye opening, and I will cherish it for the rest of my life,” said Garwood, who’s from Neosho, … [Read more...] about A meaningful spring break trip
Are you ready for a sheep-over? Many homeowners are renting grass-grazing ruminants like goats, sheep and cattle to keep their lawns from looking unruly. The sale of new gas-powered lawn equipment is banned across parts of the United States, such as California. Now, ruminants have chomped their way into the lawns and hearts of homeowners, universities and local governments … [Read more...] about Chomping lawns – and hearts – animal lawn mowing is trending
Expanding education and helping local shelter animals, the Small Animal Education Center is the newest addition to the William H. Darr College of Agriculture at Missouri State University. The animal education center, located inside the Darr Agricultural Center on Kansas Expressway, opened ready for classes on Aug. 18 and is staffed by student workers and graduate … [Read more...] about Darr College of Agriculture opens new Small Animal Education Center
The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine (NASEM) selected Dr. Wenping Qiu, research professor in the Darr College of Agriculture, to join an ad hoc committee. The committee will provide guidance on grapevine disease research to the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Pierce’s Disease/Glassy-Wing Sharp Shooter (PD/GWSS) Board. Qiu … [Read more...] about Chosen for a prestigious committee