If you enjoy meeting people from other countries and learning about different cultures, consider being a host for the International Friends program at Missouri State University. The program helps international students at Missouri State to develop quality friendships with American families in the area. Brenda Stewart, International Friends coordinator, and Dr. Mike Burton, an … [Read more...] about Befriend an international student
Growing herbs in an apartment where sunlight is often lacking can be tough, but certainly possible. Jennifer Morganthaler, clinical instructor of agriculture at Missouri State University, shares some helpful tips with Martha Stewart Living about growing herbs in a darker space and helping them thrive. … [Read more...] about How to grow herbs in apartments successfully
There’s a crisis in American agriculture. The average age of today’s farmer continues to rise and more people are choosing not to work on their family farms. It’s especially tough for beginning farmers in America to succeed in the industry. The hurdles range from securing land to getting financial credit and navigating government regulations. Beginning … [Read more...] about How to empower the next generation of American farmers
When we drink wine, it’s usually for a celebration. It’s someone’s birthday. Maybe it’s to celebrate surviving another day at work. May 25 is National Wine Day. Missouri State University makes wine at the Fruit Experimentation Station in Mountain Grove, Missouri. How do we make wine in a climate less than ideal for grape growing? The journey of a grape There must be good … [Read more...] about Celebrate National Wine Day
Spring has made its return and for many, that means gardening will be in full swing. How do you get your garden ready? What types of things should you plant? How do you ensure a beautiful garden? Dr. Clydette Alsup-Egbers, associate professor in the department of environmental plant science and natural resources at Missouri State University, answers these questions and … [Read more...] about With spring comes gardening