WEST PLAINS, Mo. – The agriculture programs at Missouri State University-West Plains and the Grizzly Greenhouse will be the topics of discussion at the Friends of the Garnett Library monthly luncheon meeting Friday, Oct. 14, on the Missouri State-West Plains campus.
The luncheon and meeting will take place from noon to 1 p.m. in rooms 104 and 105 on the lower level of the Lybyer Technology Center. Parking is available in the lot off Cass Avenue on the north side of the building. Cost of the meal is $10, payable at the door. Those wishing to eat should make a reservation by calling 417-255-7940 or emailing FriendsofGarnettLibrary@MissouriState.edu by Tuesday, Oct. 11.
In her presentation “The Fingerprint of the University on the Agriculture Programs and Greenhouse,” Dr. Linda Wulff-Risner, assistant professor of agriculture, will discuss changes in the agriculture programs offered by the university, including the development of eight certificate programs, as well as the increase in student enrollment, the use of the Grizzly Greenhouse as a teaching lab, and the use of hydroponics and aquaponics in the greenhouse.
For more information about Friends of the Garnett Library and how you can join, visit the organization’s website or call 417-255-7940.