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SUMMARY:Research and Innovation: Accelerating the Path from Discovery to Impact
DESCRIPTION:Session 2 of The Future of American Agriculture, a public leadership dialogue series from the Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST).\nScientific discovery alone is not enough. The future of agriculture depends on how effectively promising ideas move from research to real-world application. America possesses one of the world’s strongest agricultural research enterprises, yet innovation often encounters barriers related to funding, regulation, commercialization, adoption and institutional coordination. Improving how ideas move through the system may be one of the most important opportunities available to agriculture. Improving innovation systems is not simply about accelerating discovery. It is also about ensuring that scientific advances ultimately reach producers, food companies, supply chains, consumers and other end users.\nFeaturing: Elizabeth Stulberg, ClearPath; Karen Ellis Carr, ArentFox Schiff; Ronnie Green, University of Nebraska-Lincoln; and Sally Rockey, Rockey Consulting\nHost: Chris Boomsma, Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer, CAST\nGuiding question: How can the United States strengthen the innovation systems needed to move faster and deliver greater impact?\n
URL:https://streamyard.com/watch/EvQpzz8JWzMM
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SUMMARY:Resilience and Security: Building the Capacity to Thrive in a Changing World
DESCRIPTION:Session 3 of The Future of American Agriculture, a public leadership dialogue series from the Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST).\nThe strength of American agriculture ultimately depends on the resilience and competitiveness of its producers and the systems that support them. Markets, supply chains, technology, infrastructure, labor and natural resources all play a role in determining agriculture’s ability to withstand disruption, adapt to change and remain economically competitive. Producers today face pressures ranging from market volatility and workforce challenges to geopolitical uncertainty and increasing global competition. The resilience of agriculture is closely linked to the resilience of the broader food system. This discussion will explore the capabilities producers and agricultural systems will need to remain competitive, adaptable and secure in the decades ahead.\nFeaturing: Duane Simpson, National Council of Farmer Cooperatives; Jeremy Jack, Silent Shade Planting Company; and Michaela McGinn, United Soybean Board\nHost: Chris Boomsma, Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer, CAST\nGuiding question: What capabilities are needed to help producers remain competitive and ensure American agriculture remains resilient and secure in the decades ahead?\n
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SUMMARY:Trust and Leadership: Building Confidence in Food and Agriculture
DESCRIPTION:Session 4 of The Future of American Agriculture, a public leadership dialogue series from the Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST).\nScientific advances only create value when they are trusted, understood and ultimately adopted. As agriculture becomes increasingly dependent upon scientific advancement and technological innovation, public confidence, effective communication and leadership have become essential capabilities for long-term success. Building trust is not simply a communications challenge. It is a strategic requirement for continued progress. As innovation increasingly influences how food is produced, marketed and consumed, understanding how consumers engage with food and agricultural systems has become increasingly important. This discussion will explore how agriculture can strengthen trust, communicate more effectively with diverse audiences and foster stronger relationships among producers, food companies, consumers and the broader public.\nFeaturing: Jack Bobo, University of California, Los Angeles Rothman Family Institute for Food Studies; and Julie Borlaug, Borlaug Consulting\nHost: Chris Boomsma, Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer, CAST\nGuiding question: How can agriculture strengthen the trust and leadership capabilities needed to support continued innovation and progress?\n
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SUMMARY:2026 CAST Annual Meeting & Student Innovation Conference
DESCRIPTION:The CAST Annual Meeting brings together leaders in agricultural science, science communication, and innovation for a dynamic three-day event hosted by Bayer CropScience in St. Louis, MO. Under the theme “Science That Feeds Tomorrow,” this gathering asks a defining question: as the world and agriculture undergo profound change, which researchers and research areas are building the foundation for a resilient and productive future?\nCAST Student Members, CAST Board of Directors, and CAST Workgroups will engage in keynote presentations, panel discussions, and tours showcasing the latest in agricultural research and innovation.\nRegistration is open to CAST Student Members, CAST Board of Directors, and CAST Board of Representatives. All registered participants are welcome at every event except the closed Board of Directors session on Wednesday morning.\n\n
URL:https://cast-science.org/2026-cast-annual-meeting/
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