Soils can be enriched with nutrients to grow strong, healthy grass for livestock to consume. Many of the nutrients transfer to your plate when you eat meat, or the fruits, vegetables and grains harvested. Dr. Melissa Bledsoe, associate professor in the Darr College of Agriculture at Missouri State University, has conducted many research projects focused on the chemistry and … [Read more...] about Nutrition begins with soil
Houseplants beautify a space in a home. Propagating them is a great way to grow your collection. One popular houseplant to propagate is the Snake plant. Jennifer Morganthaler, clinical instructor of agriculture at Missouri State University, explains to Architectural Digest the steps to propagate a Snake plant. … [Read more...] about How to propagate houseplants
To ensure succulents flourish in your home and yard, it’s important to know when and how much to water them. Dr. Clydette Alsup-Egbers, associate professor of agriculture at Missouri State University, offers some helpful tips and advice to Homes & Gardens. … [Read more...] about When to water succulents – to keep them thriving
Houseplants not only beautify an indoor space, but they also freshen up the air, help to boost your mood and even reduce stress levels. There are many types of houseplants. Aroids from the family Araceae include common houseplants, such as Chinese Evergreen, Devil’s Ivy, Peace Lily and Philodendron. “They tend to be low light, reliable and easy to care for,” said Dr. … [Read more...] about What to consider when caring for houseplants
The Missouri State University family mourns the death of Dr. Ronald Del Vecchio, dean of the Darr College of Agriculture, who passed away April 4, 2022. Under Del Vecchio’s leadership, the college added academic programs, earned $10.4 million in grants, constructed an agriculture magnet school, and more. He oversaw the naming transition from the Darr School of Agriculture to … [Read more...] about Missouri State remembers Dr. Ronald Del Vecchio