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July 9, 2025
Voices of Agriculture

Public-Private Research Partnerships in Agriculture – Key to Improving Economic, Environmental, and Social Sustainability of Food Systems

Dr. Kurt Rosentrater explores how public-private partnerships have driven U.S. agricultural innovation—boosting sustainability, productivity, and global food security from hybrid...

July 8, 2025
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CAST Welcomes Jennifer Holliday, Publications Assistant

CAST is pleased to welcome Jennifer Holliday as our new Publications Assistant. Jennifer will support the production of CAST’s science-based...

July 8, 2025
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CAST and Minor Use Foundation to Host Webinar on Global Specialty Crop Protection Priorities

Join CAST and the Minor Use Foundation for a live webinar on July 24, 2025, as they unveil the most...

July 1, 2025
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Welcome Heidi Schouten – CAST Regulatory Affairs Intern

Heidi joins us through the CERSA Regulatory Affairs Internship Program, bringing her passion for science communication and public policy to...

July 1, 2025
Voices of Agriculture

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...

June 10, 2025
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Kaylee Kleitsch Steps into New Role as Programs and Engagement Manager

We’re excited to announce that Kaylee Kleitsch has been promoted to Programs and Engagement Manager at CAST, effective June 2025....

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