From evening gown to swimsuit, talent to interview, more than 10,000 young women participate at the local, state, and national levels of the Miss America Organization (MAO) each year. The organization promotes itself as one of the most rewarding and…
Modern day treasure hunters uncover history from the 1800s
As a young boy from Independence, Missouri, Greg Hawley dreamed of finding buried treasure. One day, Greg found himself sitting among the company of his father, Bob, the owner of a refrigeration business, his brother Dave, and their family friend…
Corner Post staff examines rural student experience at Mizzou and reviews history of ag research
The Spring 2017 Corner Post staff invites you to review their team projects. One takes a deep dive into the complex topic of what draws rural students to Mizzou. The other is an overview of the history and purpose of land-grant institutions…
Beekeepers and farmers need to communicate to keep hives healthy
The Missouri Honeybee population, like that across the nation, is currently in a decline, causing a risk for diversified agricultural production across the state. According to the Missouri Department of Agriculture, humans rely on bees for about one third of…
Missouri Youth Institute brings focus to connection between agriculture and social issues
On April 14, 2017, the University of Missouri hosted the second annual Missouri Youth Institute. High school students apply for admission to the institute by submitting a paper about a global hunger and poverty issue. At the institute, students had…
Agribusinessman takes action to improve grain distribution efficiency
A drive through the heartland of the U.S. reveals open spaces punctuated by grain elevators and augurs. Grain production provides not only nutritional fuel, but also economic fuel, and both depend on an efficient storage and distribution system. John Fletcher…