By Scout Nelson
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln (UNL) Department of Agronomy and Horticulture has announced its 2025 fall seminar series beginning September 4. This program brings together researchers, educators, and students to explore some of the most important issues in agriculture today.
The seminars will feature diverse topics that reflect both global and local agricultural challenges. Discussions will range from food security as a matter of national defense to the ecological dimensions of rangeland systems and the future of genetically modified crops. Speakers will also highlight how social sciences and theories of power influence climate-smart agriculture and diversification in farming systems.
Practical tools for Nebraska producers are included in the schedule, such as irrigation scheduling techniques, understanding soil water dynamics, and advances in soil health. Additional sessions will cover biological pest control strategies, turfgrass management, and ways to build stronger engagement in science advocacy within agricultural communities.
The lineup of speakers includes experts from UNL, Purdue University, the USDA, and other institutions. Presentations such as “Where to go with GMOs? The Next Generation of Agricultural Biotechnology” and “Beneficial Bug Bale Project: An Eloquent Strategy for Managing a 100-year Pest of Wheat” showcase how research is shaping the future of agriculture.
All seminars are free and open to the public. Sessions will take place every Thursday in Keim Hall, Room 150, at 11 a.m. CST/CDT. They will be streamed live and recorded, unless otherwise noted. Refreshments will be served prior to each session at 10:30 a.m.
By blending cutting-edge research with applied knowledge, the UNL seminar series provides valuable opportunities for learning, collaboration, and innovation. It reinforces the university’s commitment to addressing agricultural challenges while advancing knowledge for the benefit of communities in Nebraska and beyond.
For additional information, interested individuals may contact Tamara “Toma” Sukhova, Department of Agronomy and Horticulture seminar committee.
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