The Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST) is proud to support the launch of the 2025 Global Agricultural Productivity (GAP) Report™, hosted by the GAP Initiative at Virginia Tech. The event will take place on October 1 at Google’s Fulton Market offices in Chicago, IL, bringing together leaders from...

“The principle function of CAST’s annual meeting is to do CAST business,” Thomasson explains. “One of the big things we’ll be discussing this year is what the future of CAST looks like. We’ve got a relatively new team and we’ve made a lot of changes—this is a particularly important meeting...

Hosted by Mississippi State University, the Annual Meeting will feature keynote presentations, panel discussions, and educational tours that highlight the latest in agricultural research and technology. CAST Representatives and Board Members will engage in meaningful discussions that shape the future of CAST and agricultural science....

A trained entomologist and long-time advocate for sustainable pest control, Baur will discuss his career journey, research focus, and the critical role of IPM in addressing two major challenges facing the American West: invasive weeds and wildfires....

CAST is pleased to welcome Jennifer Holliday as our new Publications Assistant. Jennifer will support the production of CAST’s science-based publications, working with authors and editors to ensure clarity and quality. Her background in writing and editing—and her passion for agricultural science—make her a valuable addition to the team....