Training for women landowners begins Oct. 21
COLUMBIA, Mo. – The Center for Regenerative Agriculture at the University of Missouri recently launched the Women Landowners Leading Regeneration (WLLR) project. It offers trainings and outreach activities available in Missouri, Iowa and Kansas.
The plot fixer
From county to county, MU Extension specialists such as Justin Keay carry the university’s promise into fields and families, planting knowledge that lasts.
New resources help small businesses leverage social media
Free downloadable guides help small business owners build strategy, create content, choose platforms and drive results through social media.
Elevate your farmers market success
COLUMBIA, Mo. – In celebration of National Farmers Market Week, Aug. 4-10, University of Missouri Extension has resources to help improve your local food systems awareness and polish your farmers market presence. Learn about local food systems Consumers are increasingly searching out healthy and safe food that supports their local community. Farmers can meet this demand by taking advantage of local food systems.
New support for farm and food businesses in local, regional markets
Helping farm and food entrepreneurs access funding, training, and regional market connections to build stronger local food systems.
MU Extension to partner on 5-state regional food business center
COLUMBIA, Mo. – The University of Missouri, through MU Extension, will partner with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln on a $25 million award from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to create the Heartland Regional Food Business Center, which will foster more vibrant, resilient food systems throughout a five-state region.
Mini-grants support projects, collaboration on Missouri food system challenges
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Three new University of Missouri Extension projects will help address Missouri food system challenges while encouraging collaboration across teams.
Missouri can lead the way to a food secure future for all
By Marshall Stewart, chief engagement officer, University of Missouri System, and MU vice chancellor for extension and engagement. In a state where agriculture is the No. 1 industry, Missouri can be a powerful leader in making sure every Missourian is food secure. At its core, food security means no child goes to bed hungry and no adult must choose between buying needed medicine and putting food on the family table.
Strengthening Missouri's local food systems
COLUMBIA, Mo. – A new partnership between the University of Missouri Interdisciplinary Center for Food Security (ICFS) and MU Extension will make it easier to access information about local and regional food systems and food security.
Healthy communities begin with healthy food
Community gardens and nutrition programs help Monroe County residents grow and access fresh, healthy food.
Missouri EATs helps communities strengthen local food systems
Missouri EATs empowers communities to enhance local food systems through collaboration, planning, and sustainable development.
Farmers, ranchers share e-commerce success stories
Farmers and ranchers discuss their success with e-commerce, sharing insights on platforms and strategies to expand their businesses in the digital marketplace.
Missouri Food Finder connects consumers and safe local food options
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Many consumers have had to revamp their grocery shopping routines these last months. Supply chain issues have disrupted some farm operations, leading to unpredictable store shortages at the same time that some consumers have been looking for alternatives to crowded supermarkets.
How to do a food demo for 95 in a pandemic
Create a budget-friendly food demo with simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, engaging your audience effectively even during challenging times.
'Food From the Farm' connects kids to local farms
KANSAS CITY, Mo.– In this video news story, learn about MU Extension’s “Food From the Farm” program.