Mission

Research Centers exist to support and facilitate the total research program of the Missouri Agricultural Experiment Station. As such, they are an integral part of the Missouri Agricultural Experiment Station and unique contributors to MU's comprehensive land-grant responsibility.

We have a common goal of conducting high quality research that will (a) respond to the needs of Missouri citizens, (b) maintain and enhance our natural resource base, (c) support a vital food and fiber system, and (d) help keep Missouri producers competitive.

We will work with University extension, state and federal agencies and Missouri agribusiness to undergird a reliable, safe supply of quality food supplied in a sustainable, profitable manner.

Facilities

The 1,024 acre Delta Research Center consists of four separate farms all named after the donor. Dewitt Clinton Lee farm, Matilda Cavanaugh farm, Margaret Marsh farm and the Roger Rhodes farm.

Research Emphasis

Much of the research conducted at the Delta Center is focused on crop production and management. The University of Missouri's cotton and rice production research is conducted at the Delta Center. Scientists at the Delta Center also conduct research on soybean cropping systems, weed, insect and disease control in all crops and variety evaluations. Scientists at the Delta Center have gained recognition for developing improved soybean varieties, especially those with soybean cyst nematode resistance.

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