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....

We’re excited to announce that Kaylee Kleitsch has been promoted to Programs and Engagement Manager at CAST, effective June 2025. Kaylee joined CAST in early 2024 as a part-time Communications Assistant while completing her master’s degree in Sustainable Agriculture at Iowa State University. Over the past year and a half,...

CAST congratulates our friends at the World Food Prize Foundation on the announcement of the 2025 World Food Prize Laureate: Dr. Mariangela Hungria, a leading Brazilian microbiologist with Embrapa (Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation)....

The Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST) is seeking a Publications Assistant Intern to join our communications team. This part-time, paid internship offers a hands-on opportunity to help coordinate and deliver science-based publications that inform agricultural policy, education, and public understanding....

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....

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....