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Join Our Team – CAST Is Hiring a Publications Assistant Intern
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....
Webinar Recap: AI-Powered Breakthroughs in Plant and Animal Research

Thank you to everyone who joined CAST and the Society for In Vitro Biology (SIVB) for our recent webinar, AI-Powered Breakthroughs: Transforming Plant and Animal Research. The event featured a dynamic and insightful discussion on how artificial intelligence is reshaping the fields of agricultural and biological science. We were honored...

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Webinar “AI-Powered Breakthroughs: Transforming Plant and Animal Research”
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....
CAST Releases Landmark Paper on AI in Agriculture
The Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST) has officially released its comprehensive new publication, “AI in Agriculture: Opportunities, Challenges, and Recommendations”. The rollout occurred during the 2025 AI in Agriculture Conference hosted by Mississippi State University (MSU) on March 31 in Starkville, Mississippi....
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Nominations Now Open: 2025 Borlaug CAST Communication Award
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....
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CAST to Release “AI in Agriculture” Paper at MSU-Hosted Conference

The Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST) is excited to announce the official release of its newest publication, AI in Agriculture: Opportunities, Challenges, and Recommendations, on March 31. This rollout will take place from 3:30 pm – 4:50 pm in the Ballroom at The Mill, located at 600 Russell...

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Coming Soon: 2025 Borlaug CAST Communication Award Nominations

CAST announces that nominations for the 2025 Borlaug CAST Communication Award (BCCA) will open on March 25, 2025 – the birthday of Dr. Norman Borlaug. This prestigious award recognizes outstanding achievement in the communication of agricultural science and technology to the public, policymakers, and news media. The selected recipient will...

SoAR Foundation Joins Forces with CAST to Strengthen Agricultural Innovation and Science-Based Policy
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...
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Exciting Internship Opportunity at CAST: Join Us in Advancing International Agricultural Policy
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....
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...
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CAST Welcomes New Interns
CAST is happy to welcome three new interns who bring diverse backgrounds and fresh perspectives to our organization....
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."...
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