Consumers often don’t have an accurate understanding of how those in the agriculture industry produce our food. Information can be misleading and confusing. Meat production, in particular, comes under scrutiny from a variety of groups. To help educate consumers about…
Author: Cassie Lenzenhuber
My name is Cassie Lenzenhuber. I was raised in the small town of Jonesburg, Missouri, about 50 miles east of Columbia. The town may be small, but growing up there has taught me many big lessons. It instilled in me a love for agriculture and a love for people. Graduation is not far off; I can see the light at the end of the tunnel! In May, I will be graduating with a degree in Agriculture with emphases in agricultural journalism, agricultural economics, and animal science. I am excited to see what the next chapter of life has in store for me!
Extension tours feature improved blackberry varieties and production techniques
The University of Missouri Extension, along with the Webb City Farmers Market, is reaching out to blackberry farmers throughout the state by offering a series of four educational tours and workshops. The first workshop is 1 to 4 p.m. on…
New permanent exhibit focused on food production to open this summer at St. Louis Science Center
Beginning this summer, children and adults alike will experience the science of food in the new exhibit space called GROW at the St. Louis Science Center. Visitors will follow the steps from farm to table including the impacts of weather,…
Career networking event March 3 provides opportunity to make connections
An opportunity to make connections with professionals and build relationships for the future is possible with CAFNR’s Ag and Life Sciences Networking Day. The event takes place from noon to 4 p.m. on Thursday, March 3, at McQuinn Atrium in…
CP Editorial: Volunteer to gain personal fulfillment
Upon entering the riding barn at Riley Equine Center, just south of Boonville, Missouri, you are sure to hear the buzz of laughter from both students and volunteers. It is difficult to visit and not leave with a smile on…
Movie provides vehicle for farmers to express their point of view
An audience of close to 100 took advantage of the opportunity to view the movie “Farmland” for free in Jesse Auditorium on Thursday, Feb. 2. The Boone County Farm Bureau and the University of Missouri Collegiate Farm Bureau hosted the…
Mindy Ward let’s farmers tell their stories
In small town Marthasville, Missouri, the fall breeze blows softly, the tall grass rustles, and the sound of singing birds fills the small valley where a little two-story farm house sits peacefully. This is the home of Mindy Ward, editor…