The New Kids on the Block – AI chatbots, agents, and tools
Explore how AI chatbots, agents, and tools are reshaping Cooperative Extension programs. Jason de Koff discusses the benefits, risks, and best practices of AI in agriculture and education.
Pests Are Thieves of the Natural World
Organisms we normally think of as pests cost us time and money and often provide little in the way of benefit in return.
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.
Bridging the Gap: The Critical Role of Scientists in Policy Debates
In a survey of nearly 10,000 adults conducted just before the 2024 election, 48% found that scientists should “focus on establishing sound scientific facts and stay out of policy debates.”
The Technological Shift in Agriculture
Agriculture is experiencing a seismic shift related to its underlying technologies, incorporating advancements from other industries while also leading the way in its own evolution.
Farm Bill Expiration Sparks Uncertainty and Threatens American Agriculture
Lack of action on new Farm Bill creates ripple effects for farmers, markets, and consumers, says Louisiana commissioner of agriculture.
The Importance of Specialty Crops in Agriculture and Trade
By Dirk C. Drost Ph.D., CAST Board Chair, The Minor Use Foundation, non-profit member of CAST Imagine a food
Reflections on Leadership: Guiding CAST Through Transition and Progress
By Alex Thomasson Professor, Department Head, and William B. and Sherry Berry Endowed Chair | Mississippi State University As
