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    A Missouri Livestock Farmers’ Bet on a Stronger Future for Small Farms Through Farmer-led Research 

    In the rolling hills of west-central Missouri, livestock farmer Jan Van Niekerk is betting on something bigger than just a good grazing season. He’s betting on a future where small farmers reclaim their place at the center of America’s food system, and where science and…

    By Joseph Gakpo May 18, 2026

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