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Carlos Back Vianna
Director of Marketing and Communications
Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST)
cvianna@cast-science.org

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

The Charles Valentine Riley Memorial Lecture is a prestigious event that addresses the environmental and societal challenges our planet faces, emphasizing agricultural innovation and its applications. This annual lecture is a collaboration between the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), the Charles Valentine Riley Memorial Foundation (RMF), and...

By supporting CAST’s student programs, you’re investing in the future of agriculture and science communication....

On December 5, 2024, the world marks World Soil Day under the theme, “Caring for soils: measure, monitor, manage.” This observance highlights the critical role of soil in sustaining life on Earth and underscores the urgent need for sustainable soil management practices. Soil is more than just the ground beneath...

The 2024 CAST Annual Meeting is officially in the books! We had a wonderful time in Tampa, Florida, filled with engaging discussions, insightful tours, and meaningful conversations about CAST's future....
We are thrilled to announce the winners of the 2024 CAST Science Communication Scholarships!...

PARK RIDGE, Illinois (Nov. 12, 2024) — U.S. agriculture, with enhanced implementation of conservation practices and emerging technologies, has an opportunity to more than offset its carbon footprint while increasing farmer profitability and farm resilience, according to a new report initiated by U.S. Farmers & Ranchers in Action (USFRA) and...

We invite you to a special Meet the Expert session on November 19 at 9:00 AM EST with Jack Bobo, Director of the University of Nottingham’s Food Systems Institute and 2024 Borlaug CAST Communication Award honoree. In this session, viewers will have the chance to learn more about Jack’s professional...

This report, compiled by Jerry L. Hatfield, Ying Wang, Marty D. Matlock, and Charles W. Rice, provides a comprehensive analysis of how U.S. agriculture can reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and potentially achieve net-negative emissions....
Award Presentation to be Held on October 30, 2024, in Des Moines, Iowa...