Tag: Atmospheric Sciences
Tornado Alley shifts eastward this storm season
April 9, 2013
Story: Randy Mertens
Tornado Alley will probably see slightly fewer tornadoes this storm season, while areas to its east will see a more than average, says a climate expert at the University of Missouri.
Tags: Atmospheric Sciences, CAFNR, College of Agriculture Food and Natural Resources, Missouri, Tony Lupo, University of Missouri
Categories: CAFNR, Feature •
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El Nino may be coming, but the soil is still too dry for cooling
February 14, 2013
Story: Randy Mertens
The culprit for the dry weather that has parched much of the Midwest may be fading, a University of Missouri atmospheric scientist said. But don’t expect much relief, yet.
Tags: Agriculture, Atmospheric Sciences, CAFNR, College of Agriculture Food and Natural Resources, Drought, Missouri, Tony Lupo, University of Missouri
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There'll be at least two more years of drought -- six feet down
January 22, 2013
Story: Randy Mertens
Even if the Midwest gets normal rain and snow, it will take almost two years for soil moisture deep in the earth to recharge and sustain normal crop growth, said a soil scientist.
Tags: Agriculture, Atmospheric Sciences, CAFNR, College of Agriculture Food and Natural Resources, Randy Miles, Soil, Soil Research, Soil science, University of Missouri
Categories: Atmospheric Science, CAFNR, Environmental Science, Feature, Featured, Innovative Thinking, School of Natural Resources, Soil Science, Soil, Environmental & Atmospheric Sciences •
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Research farm open house set for Sept. 22
August 23, 2012
Story: Mike Burden
Photos: Mike Burden
One of the University of Missouri’s most important research centers, South Farm, will host a day of science and discovery for the entire family. A tornado tracking truck, cockroach races, tethered hot air balloon rides and prize pepper tasting are just a few of the myriad interactive attractions at the event.The sixth annual South Farm [...]
Tags: Atmospheric Sciences, CAFNR, Neil Fox, South Farm Research Center, United States Department of Agriculture, University of Missouri
Categories: Agricultural Education, Agricultural Systems Management, Animal Sciences, Atmospheric Science, CAFNR, Events, Extension, Fisheries and Wildlife, Food Science, Forestry, Institute for Continental Climate Viticulture and Enology, Personal Connections, Plant Sciences, Press Release, Soil Science •
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Class of '93 graduate earns new job at forecasting service
May 30, 2012
Story: Randy Mertens
Photos: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Laura (Eikermann) Furgione, who earned her Bachelor’s degree in atmospheric sciences from Mizzou in 1993, was named the Acting Assistant Administrator for the National Weather Service (NWS) in May.
Tags: Atmospheric Sciences
Categories: Alumni, CAFNR, News You Can Use, School of Natural Resources, Soil, Environmental & Atmospheric Sciences •
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More drought for the Southern Plains?
February 20, 2012
Story: Randy Mertens
It looks like another La Niña year, which means the devastating drought in the Southern Plains is likely to continue this summer, says Tony Lupo, professor and chair of atmospheric science at the College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, University of Missouri.
Tags: Agriculture, Atmospheric Sciences, CAFNR, College of Agriculture Food and Natural Resources, Missouri, Tony Lupo
Categories: Atmospheric Science, CAFNR, Evidence of Excellence, Feature, School of Natural Resources, Soil Science, Soil, Environmental & Atmospheric Sciences •
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