Innovation in Agriculture

Schedule

• Monday, March 24, 12 pm

  Agriculture Trends

  Moderator: Zack Kucharski

  Panelists: Dr. Eugene Takle

  How has Iowa embraced innovation in techniques and teachings when it comes to agriculture in Iowa? Workforce, threats to climate change and more will provide an overview of the current state to prepare for the week of in-depth sessions.

  
  

• Tuesday, March 25, 12 pm

  Manufacturing

  Moderator: Jared Strong

  Panelists:

  What equipment, products and systems born out of Iowa that are leading new manufacturing in the ag industry?

  
  

• Wednesday, March 26, 12 pm

  From Idea to Market

  Moderator: Olivia Cohen

  Panelists: Dr. Baskar Ganapathysubramanian

  From concept to launch, from launch to re-imagined. This session will look at technologies such as drones, AI, and GPS with the potential to advance agriculture to new levels.

  
  

• Thursday, March 27, 12 pm

  Plant Sciences

  Moderator: Jared Strong

  Panelists: Dr. Christie Webbecke, Brett Wilson, Dr. Mark Licht

  The evolution of crop genetics in recent decades have enabled corn and soybean farmers to more easily weather a changing climate and new pests. Shorter corn stalks might be a future solution to protect against high winds. This session will discuss up-and-coming crop varieties.

  
  

• Friday, March 28, 12 pm

  Creative Land Use

  Moderator: Olivia Cohen

  Panelists: Dr. Sean Stokes, Josh Nelson

  Farmers are beginning to implement a variety of edge-of-field and in-field practices to reduce fertilizer runoff and improve the health of their fields. With cover crops, there's a potential for additional revenue. Panelists will explore their effectiveness and the best options for farmers.