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Supporting science since 1972.
The Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST) is a nonprofit organization composed of scientific societies and many individual, student, company, nonprofit, and associate society members. Together, we assemble, interpret, and communicate credible, science-based information.
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CAST members help us address some of the most important issues that impact our planet, such as how to feed the world’s population, water and soil conservation, and much more.
CAST convenes and coordinates networks of experts to assemble, interpret, and communicate credible, unbiased, science-based information to policymakers, the media, the private sector, and the public. Our primary work is the publication of task force reports, commentaries, special publications, and issue papers written by volunteer experts—economists, legal experts and scientists from many disciplines.
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This publication examines the two-way relationship between invasive plants and fire: species such as cheatgrass (Bromus tectorum), medusahead (Elymus caput-medusae), and cogongrass (Imperata cylindrica) increase fire frequency and intensity through positive feedback loops that favor the invader over native vegetation, while species such as Brazilian peppertree (Schinus terebinthifolia) suppress fire by reducing fine fuel loads and outcompeting native grasses and shrubs. Both dynamics degrade native ecosystems and require science-based management responses.
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With over 1,000 active members, including students, academics, professionals, and organizations from around the globe, CAST is a vibrant and diverse community dedicated to advancing science in agriculture, food, and natural resources.
Over the years, CAST has engaged thousands of dedicated volunteers in producing more than 500 publications. Their expertise and commitment have been instrumental in delivering trusted, science-based information to inform and impact the world of agriculture and beyond.
We deeply value our volunteers, whose dedication and hard work are crucial to advancing agricultural research. Their enthusiasm and commitment drive innovation and make a real difference towards our mission.
