
Webinar Recap: AI-Powered Breakthroughs in Plant and Animal Research
Thank you to everyone who joined CAST and the Society for In Vitro Biology (SIVB) for our recent webinar, AI-Powered

Webinar Recap: AI-Powered Breakthroughs in Plant and Animal Research
Thank you to everyone who joined CAST and the Society for In Vitro Biology (SIVB) for our recent webinar, AI-Powered

Webinar “AI-Powered Breakthroughs: Transforming Plant and Animal Research”
The Society for In Vitro Biology (SIVB) and the Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST) invite you to a special webinar exploring the transformative role of artificial intelligence in plant and animal research.
CAST Releases Landmark Paper on AI in Agriculture
The Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST) has officially released its comprehensive new publication, “AI in Agriculture: Opportunities, Challenges, and Recommendations”. The rollout occurred during the 2025 AI in Agriculture Conference hosted by Mississippi State University (MSU) on March 31 in Starkville, Mississippi.

Nominations Now Open: 2025 Borlaug CAST Communication Award
The Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST) is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Borlaug CAST Communication Award (BCCA)—a prestigious honor recognizing professionals who excel in communicating the importance of agricultural and food sciences.

CAST to Release “AI in Agriculture” Paper at MSU-Hosted Conference
The Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST) is excited to announce the official release of its newest publication, AI

Coming Soon: 2025 Borlaug CAST Communication Award Nominations
CAST announces that nominations for the 2025 Borlaug CAST Communication Award (BCCA) will open on March 25, 2025 – the

The Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST) and the Supporters of Agricultural Research (SoAR) Foundation announced on Monday, February 10, that they will combine their operations to advance agricultural science and innovation. Through their agreement, CAST will acquire SoAR’s assets, and all SoAR materials will be integrated into CAST’s website.

Exciting Internship Opportunity at CAST: Join Us in Advancing International Agricultural Policy
CAST is looking for a Communications Assistant intern to support our mission of assembling, interpreting, and communicating credible, science-based information with a specific focus on international agricultural policies and governance.

From Iowa to Uganda: Learning Sustainable Development Through Agricultural Innovation
A few months ago, I was invited to attend the 2025 Iowa State University Next Generation Institute: “Designing and Managing Sustainable Rural Livelihood Programs” in Kamuli, Uganda. I recently returned from the trip and have been reflecting on what I learned, the people I met, the things I saw, and the memories I made.

CAST is happy to welcome three new interns who bring diverse backgrounds and fresh perspectives to our organization.