Agriculture Programs Expand Across Missouri, Kansas, Africa

Agricultural initiatives in Missouri and Kansas are combining environmental stewardship with efforts to strengthen farm businesses. Near St. Louis, Tributary Farm is using native grasses, livestock exclusion, rotational grazing, waterways, terraces and pollinator habitat to reduce erosion and runoff while supporting ecological health and farming. Kansas State researchers and farmers are promoting regenerative practices that rebuild soil, with healthy soil structure and earthworms serving as signs of improved soil conditions. In Missouri, a new university-state partnership offers free business guidance to help agricultural producers develop value-added products, attract capital and grow their operations. Separately, an Africa-wide accelerator is accepting applications from growth-stage agribusinesses, offering investment-readiness, trade and partnership support to help scale locally led businesses.