Missouri farm increases research reach

Benjamin Herrold
Aug 3, 2024
Aug 3, 2024

MU Hundley-Whaley Extension and Education Center Director Jennifer Miller — Director Jennifer Miller leads the MU Hundley-Whaley Extension and Education Center.
MFT photos by Benjamin Herrold

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ALBANY, Mo. — Just outside of Albany, rows of crops grow in the summer sun, gradually producing data that will be used to help farmers.

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