Another year brought a new record-breaking sale for Missouri State University’s Journagan Ranch. The ranch hosted its Genetically Yours 35th Anniversary Sale Oct. 3 at the Darr Agricultural Center. The sale grossed $709,200, surpassing last year’s record of $650,000. Behind the numbers were months of preparation by staff and students. Record results For farm operations … [Read more...] about Journagan Ranch celebrates record-breaking 35th annual sale
Months before Missouri State University purebred Hereford cattle enter the show ring, students are behind the scenes feeding, washing and walking them. Journagan Ranch makes much of that work possible. In 2010, Leo Journagan and his family donated the 3,300-acre cattle operation to Missouri State. All show cattle are bred and raised on the ranch. Since then, the Beef … [Read more...] about Raising the steaks
Raised in Kansas City, Kansas, Michaela Frye grew up caring for horses every day. By first grade, she knew she wanted to be a veterinarian. Now a senior at Missouri State University, Frye is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science. Although she considered a career in human medicine, she ultimately chose to work with animals. “For some in our community, animals … [Read more...] about Earning an international honor
The feed crew program at the Darr College of Agriculture isn’t just about feeding horses — it’s about learning responsibility, budgeting and the heart of animal care, one morning at a time. For Missouri State University students, the program offers a unique opportunity to put their agricultural knowledge into practice and turn responsibilities into readiness for their … [Read more...] about Behind the scenes with Missouri State’s feed crew
The Missouri State University Beef Cattle Show Team had a rewarding show season, competing at the Ozark Empire Fair (July 24-Aug. 2) in Springfield, the Missouri State Fair (Aug. 7-17) in Sedalia and the Northwest Arkansas District Fair (Sept. 14-20) in Harrison. For the team, this season was more than just about bringing home ribbons; it was about showcasing months of … [Read more...] about Missouri State Cattle Show Team shines at three fairs