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Cultivating a Sustainable Tomorrow Through Agriculture
Conservation and sustainability are at the heart of agriculture. It encompasses more than soil management, cover crops, and irrigation systems. In partnership with the National Association of Conservation Districts, the AFA Sustainability Institute provides a deep dive into the world of conservation and natural resources.
Experience firsthand what diverse careers in this field look like, connect with industry leaders and peers, and engage in vital discussions impacting the industry. Find your path in conservation, agriculture, and natural resources management here.
Industry Exposure
Gather insights from executives and attend the annual NACD meeting
Talk it Out
Discuss innovations and recent challenges in sustainability
Explore Careers
Discover internships, jobs, organizations, and graduate programs focused on sustainability
Build Connections
Have dinner with industry guests and network with fellow students
See what students & industry are saying
I was able to truly grasp and understand the meaning of sustainability. As an undergraduate research assistant who is researching sustainability, I will be able to utilize what I have learned and the connections I made within my project. It was a great opportunity to experience sustainability very hands on and in person. I learned more here than what a textbook could provide.
Macie Miller
Texas Tech Univeresity
“The AFA Sustainability Institute has allowed me to understand some of the issues revolving around sustainability outside of my home state of Illinois. Being able to network with soil and water conservation district directors from across the U.S. has allowed me to understand these issues across the country."
Seth Mitchell
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Attending the AFA + NACD Sustainability Institute was an amazing opportunity to experience what agriculture looks like on our coasts! I left this institute with a new appreciation for sustainable agriculture practices because of the conversations with industry professionals.
Paige Roberts
Oklahoma State University
Conference Information
Dates
February 9-11, 2025
Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City
170 SW Temple Street
Salt Lake City, Utah 84101
Questions?
Contact programs@agfuture.org
