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July 10, 2008

2008 1890 Land-Grant Conference

The 1890 Land Grant Conference, held every three years, took place in Memphis, TN on June 8-11 and focused on the theme "Addressing Universal Issues through Science and Engagement." With this in mind, scientists, faculty, Extension specialists, program leaders, educators, and students from across the United States discussed four issues of national priority: obesity and wellness, renewable energy, youth development, and food safety. The groups participated in theme-based, interactive, break-out sessions and forums to contribute their ideas on how to move research and programming forward in these areas. The conference also served as a place of dialogue to develop partnership commitments and to bolster funding opportunities for greater program impact.

The 1890 Land Grant Conference is hosted by the Association of Extension Administrators (AEA) and Association of Research Directors (ARD) in cooperation with 1890 land-grant universities. The conference followed the passage of the 2008 Farm Bill that allocates expanded access to research dollars for 1890 land-grant institutions, creates mandatory funding for bio-energy and bio-based products, boosts spending for conservation programs, assures funding for fruit and vegetable producers, and increases funding for bio-fuels research beyond corn.

To learn more about 1890 land-grant universities, visit csrees.usda.gov

Posted in category Camps and Conferences at 4:57 PM