Harvesting Innovation: Strategic Guide for Research

ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR

Explore the future of agricultural sciences, research innovation, and graduate education in this installment of the Harvesting Innovation Webinar Series. This session will examine Penn State’s newly released Strategic Guide for Research and Graduate Education—a forward-looking framework that addresses pressing challenges in food systems, climate resiliency, integrated health, and community vitality. Discover how the College of Agricultural Sciences is driving impact through interdisciplinary collaboration, stakeholder engagement, and adaptive implementation strategies. Participants can gain insights into priority areas including industry partnerships, advanced agricultural technologies, and infrastructure development—all aimed at increasing research relevance, sustainability, and societal benefit in Pennsylvania and beyond.

WHEN

October 7, 2025
(1:00 PM-2:00 PM ET)

Register By: October 7, 2025
This event is free of charge.

About the Series

The Harvesting Innovation Webinar Series explores how emerging technologies are transforming agriculture, energy, and natural systems. Held monthly, this dynamic series brings together innovators, educators, researchers, and industry leaders to highlight cutting-edge research and promote collaboration. Each session is designed to advance real-world solutions that improve efficiency, sustainability, and competitiveness across sectors.

Who is this for?

Farmers, growers, processors, wholesalers, and distributors
Agriculture, environment, and natural resource professionals
Researchers and Extension educators
Undergraduate and graduate students
Tech and engineering professionals in the fields of food, agriculture, environment, and natural resources
Stakeholders interested in the latest technological advancements in food, agriculture, natural and living systems, community development, and education
What will you learn?

Foundational knowledge about emerging and advanced technology
Current research, projects, programs, and initiatives involving emerging and advanced technologies
Current and potential industry applications for emerging and advanced technologies
Opportunities to exchange ideas with peers, gain feedback, and identify new areas for collaboration
Avenues for contributing to the integration and advancement of critical technologies for agriculture and living systems
This event is being offered at no charge to participants.

Registration is required to receive the link to access the webinar.

A link to the recorded webinar will be emailed to registrants within ten business days after the live event. The recording will be accessible for six months from the event date.

Register By
October 7, 2025