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Division: Special Sessions

Title: Introduction to the Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research

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Format: Oral Topical Session
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Session Description: Join Dr. Sally Rockey, executive director of the Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research (FFAR), for an introduction to the Foundation and a discussion about Dr. Rockey’s first 60 days at the helm and the future she envisions for FFAR. 

FFAR invites you to take advantage of this opportunity to share your expertise and ideas on innovation potential in crop science, entomology, soil science, and beyond!

Authorized by the 2014 Farm Bill with $200 million to catalyze innovation, FFAR aims to solve pressing challenges in food and agriculture by convening experts, creating partnerships, building human capacity, and funding cutting-edge research and development.