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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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AAAS Charles Valentine Riley Memorial Lecture – Call for Nominations

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...

The Technological Shift in Agriculture
Agriculture is experiencing a seismic shift related to its underlying technologies, incorporating advancements from other industries while also leading the way in its own evolution....
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Support the Future of Agriculture: Donate to CAST’s Student Activities
By supporting CAST’s student programs, you’re investing in the future of agriculture and science communication....
Meet the Expert with Sarah Evanega
Our "Meet the Expert" session on December 17 at noon CST featured Sarah Evanega, PhD, Vice President of Business Development at Okanagan Specialty Fruits....
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Celebrating World Soil Day 2024: Caring for Soils to Secure Our Future

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...

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The 2024 CAST Annual Meeting: A Wrap-Up
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....
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Celebrating Excellence in Science Communication
We are thrilled to announce the winners of the 2024 CAST Science Communication Scholarships!...
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Carlos Back Vianna
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cvianna@cast-science.org

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