Plant and Pest Biology Stakeholder Workshop 2007

On November 20, 2007, NIFA sponsored a workshop on stakeholder priorities in the area of plant and pest biology in Alexandria, VA. The workshop -- attended by scientific societies, commodity groups, and other organizations -- allowed stakeholders to present their research, education, and extension priorities into one or more of the following six NIFA Strategic Goals:

• Enhance International Competitiveness of American Agriculture

• Enhance the Competitiveness and Sustainability of Rural and Farm Economies

• Support Increased Economic Opportunities and Improved Quality of Life in Rural America

• Enhance Protection and Safety of the Nation's Agriculture and Food Supply

• Improve the Nation's Nutrition and Health

• Protect and Enhance the Nation's Natural Resource Base and Environment

Dr. Anna Palmisano, former NIFA Deputy Administrator for Competitive Programs, and Dr. Liang-Shiou Lin, National Program Leader for Plant Biology, facilitated discussion sessions on plant and pest biology topics. The American Society of Plant Biologists (ASPB) helped coordinate the workshop.

A report on the 2007 workshop is available on the American Society of Plant Biologists' Web site.

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