The Missouri State USA Staff Ambassadors visited the Fruit Experiment Station today. Dean Melissa Bledsoe welcomed the group to the station and Jennifer Morganthaler gave a short presentation on the history of the Fruit Experiment Station and the current research at station. The group then enjoyed a wine and spirits tasting provided by Jeremy Emery and Shelia Long. We then … [Read more...] about MSU USA Staff Ambassadors Visit Mountain Grove
The annual pruning workshop was held today. We were lucky and caught a decent break in the rain. Dr. Carroll, Jennifer, Tom, Shelia and Thad discussed pruning tools, types of cuts and pruning methods for Apple, Pear, Peach and Grape. The group received a demonstration and even got to do some hands on pruning. Thanks to everyone who came out and endured the weather with us. … [Read more...] about Pruning Workshop
A BIG congratulations to two of our very own. Last week employees from the Fruit Experiment Station received awards at the 2024 Staff Service Awards Program held in Springfield. Steven Turner celebrated 15 years of service with the University. Steven is the Vehicle & Equipment Mechanic at the station and serves as an integral part of the operations. We constantly ask … [Read more...] about 2024 Staff Service Awards
Today we celebrated our Christmas Luncheon and the retirement of two longtime employees. Pam Turner who has been with MSU for 23 years and Randy Joe Stout who has been with MSU for 22 years. Photos to follow... … [Read more...] about Pam Turner and Randy Joe Stout Retirement Reception
The home winemaking workshop was held on September 27th. Dr. Karl Wilker, Professor of Enology and Distillation and Manager of the MSU Winery and Distillery along with Jeremy Emery, Cellar Technician presented the basic home winemaking techniques. After classroom instructions and lunch the group got to see a demonstration of the home winemaking equipment in action. Attendees … [Read more...] about Home Winemaking Workshop