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MSU-WP’s workforce development office transitions focus to non-credit programs

West Plains, Missouri – Since its opening, the Office of Workforce Development at Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) has provided a variety of training opportunities for area residents, including non-credit and for-credit programs.To adapt to the changing needs of the area’s workforce, the office is transitioning its focus to non-credit programs in professional development, customized training and community education and changing its name to the Office of Workforce Development and Community Education, said Trevor Cressman, who became its director on May 27.“I believe the mission of the workforce development and community education office is to support the community by adapting and meeting the needs of the job market and supporting individuals and businesses through workforce and professional training,” Cressman said.

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Missouri sheep and goat producer expertise needed to shape future of small ruminant industry

Columbia, Missouri – Extension specialists from Lincoln University in Jefferson City and the University of Missouri in Columbia are working to gain deeper insights into sheep and goat production in the Show-Me-State.“Our initiative aims to uncover valuable insights that will benefit producers and contribute to the state’s economy and inform policy decisions,” said Ye Su, assistant professor of agribusiness with Lincoln University.As part of this effort, the specialists are reaching out to all Missouri sheep and goat producers to participate in a comprehensive data collection project.“Sheep and goat farming — often referred to as the ‘small ruminant’ industry — plays a vital role in Missouri’s agricultural landscape,” said Jennifer Lutes, MU Extension agricultural business specialist.

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