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SUMMARY:AI Expo 2023 - Unveiling the AI Frontier: Your Passport to Three Hours of FREE Community AI Education!
DESCRIPTION:WENATCHEE\, WA – The 2023 AI Expo\, hosted collaboratively by the NCW Tech Alliance\, North Central ESD\, and the Apple STEM Network\, will be held on Thursday\, August 17\, from 12:30 – 5:00 pm at the Wenatchee Convention Center. This year marks a significant milestone as the AI EXPO transitions from an online event to an in-person format for the first time. The AI Expo is included in the NCESD STEM Summit\, running from August 15-17 at the Wenatchee Convention Center. \nThanks to the generosity of Microsoft\, the AI Expo is open to the business community and general public to attend for free. This eagerly awaited event will provide an inclusive platform for individuals from all walks of life to plug into the fascinating universe of Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, which is rapidly gaining ground in North Central Washington and beyond. \nThe core objective of this year’s AI Expo sessions is to foster an environment of connection and exploration\, focusing on the profound impact of AI on education\, workforce development\, and everyday life within rural communities. Featuring an engaging lineup of speakers and discussions\, participants will be immersed in community conversations aimed at addressing the myriad questions that arise in the context of AI integration. Speakers include: \nBen Bardsley\, BX: Ben is a driven and dynamic tech entrepreneur with extensive leadership and management experience. Ben started his career as an Officer in the British Army. He spent 5 years in the Welsh Guards Infantry regiment deploying to Afghanistan in 2012. After leaving the Army in 2013 Ben joined his family fruit farm as the 5th generation. He went on to transform his 130-year family fruit farming business Bardsley England\, growing it by 1400% over 8 years to become the UK second largest apple producer and then delivered a successful exit for his family in 2021. Whilst he was a fruit farmer\, it was clear to Ben that the food system was broken and needed transforming. This is where BX was born. Ben transitioned from being a farmer to a tech entrepreneur and is now building a climate tech platform that can support farmers in their environmental journey using data\, AI\, and FX exchanges to enable this transition. \n  \n\n\n\n\nJolenta Coleman-Bush\, Microsoft: Jolenta leads the Education & Workforce Development portfolio for Microsoft Philanthropies in Washington State. Prior to joining Microsoft\, Jolenta was a leader in the public and nonprofit sector developing\, implementing\, and advocating for student-centered policies and practices to eliminate opportunity gaps. Jolenta has held roles at the City of Seattle’s Department of Education and Early Learning\, Rainier Scholars—a pipeline college access program\, and the League of Education Voters. Jolenta is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison where she studied Child Development and Family Studies and has a master’s degree in Education Policy from the University of Washington. \nDr. Paola Pesantez-Cabrera\, AgAID Institute: Paola is a Research Assistant Professor in the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at Washington State University. She is also the data manager/scientist for the AgAID Institute – AI for Transforming Workforce and Decision Support in Agriculture and the Washington Soil Health Initiative (WaSHI). Her research focuses on the development of data-driven decision support tools through the application of FAIR data principles and the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning with a direct impact on agriculture and its environmental and economic sustainability. She is an avid advocate of accessible education\, the generation of knowledge\, respect for diversity and the visualization and engagement of Latin American women in STEM\, which is why she is also a member of SACNAS\, Women in Analytics\, and the Association of Data Scientists. \nDr. Shannon Thissen\, Capital Region ESD 113: As the Regional Administrator for Educational Technology and Computer Science\, she works to develop student success in academics by supporting the implementation of district-approved curricula and school improvement plans. This includes documenting teaching and student progress\, activities\, and outcomes; developing lesson plans; modeling successful teaching strategies; and providing feedback to staff and administration regarding improvement plan progress\, plan modification\, AI communications\, and impact of professional development activities with a continued focus on Educational Technology and Computer Science Integration in-person\, in-districts\, or remotely. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEduardo Castillo\, Director General at Centro de Inteligencia Artificial – IA Center: A renowned technology enthusiast and innovator with an impressive 30-year career in the field of information technology and communications. As the Director at the Center for Artificial Intelligence – IA Center\, Eduardo leads transformative initiatives in talent development\, innovation\, and entrepreneurship\, working closely with industry partners and the communities of Chihuahua and Ciudad Juarez. In addition to his work at the IA Center\, Eduardo plays a pivotal role in a National AI Alliance in Mexico\, leading vital working groups in areas such as education\, data\, and innovation. The Alliance’s mission is a testament to Eduardo’s vision: to craft a cohesive national strategy for artificial intelligence adoption\, regulation\, innovation\, and education in Mexico. \nTo inaugurate the event\, attendees will be treated to an engaging keynote conversation followed by interactive breakout sessions\, offering real-world insights into the practical applications of AI. Beyond the invaluable knowledge sharing\, the AI Expo presents a unique networking opportunity. The event welcomes educators\, community leaders\, and business professionals from diverse backgrounds\, creating an environment where both AI experts and novices can thrive. Whether one is well-versed in AI or just beginning to grasp its potential\, the event promises an enriching experience that fosters learning and exploration. \nAs part of the NCW Tech Alliance’s commitment to including all communities\, this year’s AI Expo includes an all Spanish session. Immerse yourself in an AI odyssey from 2:00-4:00PM\, led by the dynamic duo of tech visionaries Dr. Paola Pesantez-Cabrera and Eduardo Castillo. This session is not just about AI. It’s about propelling your understanding of the future.
URL:https://agaid.org/event/ai-expo-2023/
LOCATION:Wenatchee Convention Center\, 121 N Wenatchee Ave\, Wenatchee\, 98801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230821T130000
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SUMMARY:Future of AI Forum 2023
DESCRIPTION:The event is focused on AI’s significant opportunities\, particularly for a state like Washington\, which already leads the world in software\, e-commerce\, and cloud services. It will bring together senior government officials\, leaders from academia and industry\, technologists\, and the national and local technology press. \nYou can learn more about the FUTURE of AI Act here 
URL:https://agaid.org/event/future-of-ai-forum-2023/
LOCATION:Block 41 Event Space\, 115 Bell St\, Seattle\, WA\, 98121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230907T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230907T160000
DTSTAMP:20230830T211609Z
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SUMMARY:AgWeatherNet: An introduction to the network\, data\, and decision support tools – Sean Hill\, WSU
DESCRIPTION:AgWeatherNet (AWN) provides Washington State farmers\, gardeners\, researchers\, and policy makers with weather data and weather-related decision-support tools to improve agricultural production (yield and quality)\, efficiency\, and profitability while minimizing environmental impacts. AWN was established to serve irrigated agriculture in central Washington\, but with a legislative mandate to serve the entire state has expanded to better serve other regions. \nAgWeatherNet staff responsible for station maintenance\, computational systems\, extension\, and research are distributed across five WSU locations to better serve a large and agriculturally diverse state. AWN staff work closely with researchers and extension specialists across the WSU College of Agriculture\, Human\, and Natural Resource Sciences\, the WSU\, and other universities\, to continuously develop new and improved agricultural decision support tools. \nThe AWN automated weather station network is comprised of three tiers\, all solar powered and reporting at 15-minute intervals: (1) Professional weather stations with Campbell Scientific CR-1000 data loggers and a complement of professional grade sensors from different manufacturers; (2) all-in-one weather stations designed and manufactured in Washington State by the METER group; and (3) privately installed and maintained weather stations with AWN quality control. Standard AgWeatherNet weather variables include air temperature\, relative humidity\, soil temperature\, rainfall\, wind speed\, wind direction\, and solar radiation. Some stations also measure atmospheric pressure\, soil moisture\, and/or leaf wetness. \nTo register\, please go to https://horticulture.wsu.edu/seminar-registration/
URL:https://agaid.org/event/agweathernet-an-introduction-to-the-network-data-and-decision-support-tools/
LOCATION:Virtual\, WA\, 99350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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SUMMARY:AgAID + Smart Orchard Field Day
DESCRIPTION:🗣️Join us for the AgAID + Smart Orchard Field Day 🍇🍎🍒 🫐 on Friday\, September 15 from 2 to 4:30 pm at the WSU Sunrise Orchard (Wenatchee area). \nWe will showcase research related to irrigation and nutrient management\, cold and heat stress mitigation\, sensors\, automation\, and robotics. Our main goal is to #empowergrowers with the application of #agtechnology. \nWe’ll be joined by representatives from the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture. \nMore info at https://treefruit.wsu.edu/event/smart-orchard-agaid-field-day \nSee you there!
URL:https://agaid.org/event/agaid_field_day/
LOCATION:WSU Sunrise Orchard\, 115 Sunrise Court\, Rock Island\, 98850\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Days
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230918T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230919T130000
DTSTAMP:20230821T230831Z
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SUMMARY:NSF AI Hill Day
DESCRIPTION:NSF is coordinating an NSF AI Day on September 18 and an AI Hill Day on September 19\, 2023\, where we will have the opportunity to showcase the achievements of the AI Institutes and engage with Members of Congress.
URL:https://agaid.org/event/nsf-ai-hill-day/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Summit
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230919T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230921T130000
DTSTAMP:20230821T230137Z
CREATED:20230821T214839Z
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SUMMARY:FIRA USA 2023
DESCRIPTION:🤖 #FIRUSA23 🚜 We can’t believe time is going so fast. FIRA USA 2023 is only 1 month away! 🤩 \nThe biggest farming robotics event of the year is back\, and you don’t want to miss it 🌱 \n📆 Join us for this year’s edition from September 19th to the 21st\, at the Salinas Sports Complex in California. \nAt the agenda:\n🤖 Robot demos on cultivated crops and in real condition near the exhibition zone\n🤝 Exhibition of autonomous solutions and technologies\n🗣 Panel Discussions with the participation of growers\, robot manufacturers\, and experts\, \n🌱 Festive happy hours\, robot extravaganza\, and networking times… \nAre you still not registered? Don’t worry\, we are here to help. All the information you need and registration can be found at 👇FIRA 2023 \n🤝 Co-Organized by GOFAR\, Western Growers\, UCANR & The VINE \n#Robot #Automation #AgTech #Agriculture #Farming #Growers #USA #California
URL:https://agaid.org/event/fira-usa-2023-2/
LOCATION:Salinas Sports Complex\, 1034 N Main St\, Salinas\, 93906\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230921T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230921T160000
DTSTAMP:20230830T200144Z
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SUMMARY:AI in Agriculture – Ananth Kalyanaraman\, EECS\, WSU
DESCRIPTION:The AgAID Institute is a university-led\, transdisciplinary\, National AI Research Institute with core funding from the US Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture. Launched in 2021\, our Institute is developing Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions to help address the complex challenges of agriculture related to labor\, water scarcity\, weather events\, and climate change. We are building tools and workflows to help mitigate the effects of labor costs and shortages\, and better manage regional resources such as water\, despite climate uncertainties. The Institute will bring more data and science- guided information to the fingertips of agricultural workers to help them make better decisions. \nTo register\, please go to https://horticulture.wsu.edu/seminar-registration/
URL:https://agaid.org/event/ai-in-agriculture-ananth-kalyanaraman-eecs-wsu/
LOCATION:Virtual\, WA\, 99350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231023T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231026T130000
DTSTAMP:20230821T225916Z
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SUMMARY:SAIL 2023 – Summit for AI Institutes Leadership
DESCRIPTION:The annual SAIL summit allows significant interactions\, discussions\, and connections among institutes’ researchers and staff. All institute collaborators will benefit by bringing key leadership at primary and sub-awardee sites and providing opportunities to showcase their research\, make connections\, ask questions\, and share best practices and concerns. The 25 AI institutes\, primarily funded by the NSF and USDA-NIFA\, carry out a broad spectrum of research in critically important areas of US competitiveness\, ranging from food security\, public safety\, education\, weather\, and myriad other targets.\nThe SAIL Summit is one of many current and future manifestations of AIVO – the AI Institutes Virtual Organization. The AIVO will have as its host portal the website https://www.aiinstitutes.org. AIVO continues to develop beyond a website and the intranet portal. It will be how we can\, as a community\, make ourselves known to the public and to each other and improve as a group. Before and after the SAIL summits\, there will be the AIVO portal and the virtual organization of the 25 diverse institutes it represents and benefits.
URL:https://agaid.org/event/sail-2023/
LOCATION:Georgia Tech Hotel And Conference Center\, 800 Spring St NW\, Atlanta\, 30308\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summit
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231116T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231117T130000
DTSTAMP:20231114T205110Z
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SUMMARY:2023 WSGS Annual Meeting and Trade Show
DESCRIPTION:The mission of the Washington State Grape Society is to promote overall advancement of the grape industry in Washington State. Its duties include collecting and distributing valuable data and information to our members and stimulating the grape interest in the state. WSGS also serves our members by protecting their legislative interests. Members are growers and industry personnel who have an interest in and lend their assistance to promoting the organization’s purpose. \nAgAID will be presenting on Friday\, November 17th about AI in Agriculture and the Lessons on Developing a Sensor Network in Grapes. \nYou can register here
URL:https://agaid.org/event/2023-wsgs-annual-meeting-and-trade-show/
LOCATION:Church of the Nazarene\, 500 N. Elm\, Grandview\, WA\, 98930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231130T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231130T123000
DTSTAMP:20231127T203121Z
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SUMMARY:Washington Tree Fruit Research Commission 2023 Annual Technology Research Review
DESCRIPTION:The 2024 Technology Research Review will be held November 30\, 2023\, at the Confluence Technology Center in Wenatchee. Doors open at 9am. \nThis hybrid event will feature continuing research project reports on automated apple harvester\, soil and plant diagnostics for nutrient management\, RDI on apple growth and color development and more! Final reports will be presented on modeling orchard effects on meteorological measurements\, decision support tools for precision orchard management\, and the Next Fruit 4.0 project. \nFor more information or questions\, contact Paige Beuhler paigeb@treefruitresearch.com 
URL:https://agaid.org/event/wtfrc-techbology-research-review/
LOCATION:Confluence Technology Center\, 285 Technology Center Way #102\, Wenatchee\, 98801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Research Review
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231204T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231206T130000
DTSTAMP:20231114T203812Z
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SUMMARY:Washington State Tree Fruit Association 2023 Annual Meeting & NW Hort Expo
DESCRIPTION:The Washington State Tree Fruit Association (WSTFA) will host the 119th Annual Meeting Presented by Orchard Robotics and NW Hort Expo at the Three Rivers Convention Convention Center in Kennewick\, WA on December 4th \, 5th\, & 6th 2023.  The Annual Meeting Presented by Orchard Robotics will continue the tradition of hosting the largest tree fruit educational gathering in the country. \nThe three-day event serves as a forum to discuss the latest trends and hot topics within the tree fruit industry. \nOn December 5th\, our Director – Ananth Kalyanaraman\, will be presenting updates on the work that AgAID has been doing. \nYou can register here
URL:https://agaid.org/event/washington-state-tree-fruit-association-2023-annual-meeting-nw-hort-expo/
LOCATION:Three Rivers Convention Center\, 7016 W Grandridge Blvd.\, Kennewick\, 99336\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231222
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SUMMARY:Workshop on US-India Research Initiatives and Opportunities in Digital Agriculture
DESCRIPTION:HiPC 2023 Technical Program\n\n\n\n\n30th IEEE INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON HIGH PERFORMANCE COMPUTING\, DATA\, & ANALYTICS\n\n\nThis US-India Collaboration in Digital Ag Workshop/BOF Session is a full day\, in-person workshop at the HiPC Conference in Goa\, India on Monday December 18\, 2023. The day will feature several invited talks\, an industry session\, breakout group discussions\, and a panel\, with participants from US and Indian academia\, government\, and industry sectors. This workshop follows a successful Birds of a Feather session at HiPC’22. \nGoals: \n\nIdentify major areas and specific topics where AI and data science technologies can help within the Indian agriculture ecosystem\nIdentify new opportunities to set up R&D initiatives toward a stronger U.S.-India R&D collaboration in digital agriculture\n\nThe workshop will cover several topics in digital agriculture including (but not limited to) precision agriculture\, ag robotics\, climate impacts on agriculture and resource management\, geospatial informatics\, optimization in food supply chain\, accessible/affordable technologies\, data sharing policies\, workforce training\, and AI literacy. The event is open to all registered attendees at HiPC. \nLearn more at: IEEE HiPC 2023 or  IEEE HiPC Digital Agriculture 2023
URL:https://agaid.org/event/hipc-workshop-on-us-india-collaborative-in-digital-agriculture-2023/
LOCATION:Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Cavelossim Beach\, Cavelossim\, Goa\, India
CATEGORIES:Conference,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231218T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231218T173000
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SUMMARY:Washington Friends of Farms and Forests Annual Meeting 2023
DESCRIPTION:Washington Friends of Farms & Forests supports producers of food and fiber by working to ensure a science-based regulatory system in Washington State\n\n\n\nWe work for greater public understanding of the challenges faced by producers of food and fiber. Our membership is made up of farmers\, timber producers\, nursery owners\, landscapers and others who promote the responsible stewardship of \nWashington’s land\, air and water.\n\n\n\nPlease join WA Friends members at the Annual Meeting followed by the Holiday Party in Olympia on TODAY–December 18 starting at 3:30 pm. The Holiday Party will start at 5:30pm at Anthonys Homeport immediately following the Annual Meeting. We have a great agenda this year including two fascinating presentations and a legislative preview for the legislative session.\n\nDo you want to become a member? Register here
URL:https://agaid.org/event/washington-friends-of-farms-and-forests-annual-meeting-2023/
LOCATION:Double Tree Hotel\, 415 Capitol Way N\, Olympia\, WA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240726T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240726T120000
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SUMMARY:WSU Smart Orchard Field Tour
DESCRIPTION:🗣️Join us to continue learning about on-the-market as well as commercialization ready orchard automation and precision input management technologies at our grower cooperator (Northwest Farm Management LLC) managed WSU Smart Apple Orchard technology testbed in Mattawa\, WA. This year\, we will showcase technologies from over 20 vendors focused on: \n\nIrrigation and Heat Stress Automation\nBee Monitoring for Optimal Hive Placement\nBlossom Mapping\nVigor and Crop Load/Yield Monitoring (& Spatial Mapping)\nEcosystem for Multi-modal Data Integration/visualization & Prescriptive Task mapping\nAutonomous/Precision Spraying\, Nutrient Management\, and Electric Weeding\n\nThis event is an excellent opportunity for growers and agricultural professionals to learn about the latest technologies and data-driven approaches to orchard management. The testbed is funded by the Washington Tree Fruit Research commission and is a joint effort between WSU faculty\, Grower Cooperator (NWFM LLC)\, and Ag-Tech Industry Partners. 🍇🍎🍒 🫐 \nRegister at: https://treefruit.wsu.edu/event/smart-orchard-agaid-field-day \nSee you there!
URL:https://agaid.org/event/wsu-smart-orchard-field-tour/
LOCATION:WSU Smart Apple Orchard technology testbed in Mattawa\, WA\, WA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Days
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250426T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250426T150000
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:🌎 Join AgAID Institute at the Earth Day Celebration! \nWe invite you to stop by the AgAID Institute table at the upcoming Earth Day Celebration hosted by the Gates Foundation. \n👉 At AgAID\, we are dedicated to advancing sustainable agriculture through cutting-edge research and innovation. Our mission includes fostering partnerships between AI and agricultural communities to create a transdisciplinary ecosystem for technology innovation and knowledge transfer. \n🌟 During the event\, we’ll share insights into our projects and discuss opportunities for collaboration in AgTech\, education\, and extension. Engaging with educators\, students\, and community members is essential to promote environmental literacy and inspire the next generation of innovators.​ \n🌎 The Earth Day Celebration offers a unique opportunity to connect with organizations dedicated to creating a healthier future. All ages are welcome\, and admission is FREE!​ \n💫 JOIN US:\n📅 Date: Saturday\, April 26\, 2025\n⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM PST\n📍 Location: Gates Foundation Discovery Center\, 440 Fifth Ave. N.\, Seattle\, WA 98109​\n🔗 Learn More & RSVP: gates.ly/4i1mTim \nWe look forward to seeing you there and exploring ways we can collaborate to promote sustainable agriculture and environmental education. \n#EarthDay #AI4Ag #AgTech #SustainableFarmingPractices #DataDrivenDecisionMaking
URL:https://agaid.org/event/earth_day_celebration/
LOCATION:Gates Foundation Discovery Center\, 440 Fifth Ave. N.\, Seattle\, WA\, 98109​\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day Celebration
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250601T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250805T170000
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SUMMARY:10th International Cherry Symposium
DESCRIPTION:🍒 Join the Global Cherry Community in 2025! 🍒 \n🌸 We would like to invite researchers\, growers\, industry leaders\, and cherry enthusiasts from around the world to the International Society for Horticultural Science (ISHS) Cherry Symposium\, happening June 1–5\, 2025\, in Richland\, Washington\, USA! \nThis is your opportunity to:\n🌍 Hear from international experts with 60 oral and 36 poster presentations\n🌱 Explore the latest innovations in sweet cherry cultivation\n🤝 Build new collaborations and reconnect with old friends\n🚜 Tour cutting-edge commercial orchards across Washington State\n🍷 Wrap it all up with a social hour to celebrate! \n👉 Organized by Dr. Matthew Whiting (Washington State University) under the International Society for Horticultural Science (ISHS) Division Temperate Tree Fruits & Working Group Cherry Production\, this event promises a dynamic blend of science\, field experience\, and community. \n🗓 Register by May 15 at the official Cherry Symposium website https://www.xishscherrysymposium.com/ \n#CherrySymposium2025 #Horticulture #SweetCherries #ISHS #TreeFruit #AgScience #CherryResearch #NetworkingOpportunity
URL:https://agaid.org/event/10th-international-cherry-symposium/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Richland on the River\, 802 George Washington Way\, Richland\, WA\, 99352\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Days,Symposium
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SUMMARY:Smart Apple Orchard Field Day 1: Precision & Automated Irrigation Systems
DESCRIPTION:🌳 Join Us in the Orchard! \n🍎 Whether you’re an orchardist\, researcher\, innovator\, or AgTech enthusiast\, we are excited to invite you to the Smart Apple Orchard Field Day 1: Precision & Automated Irrigation Systems. \n📅 When: July 25\, 8:30am – 1:00pm PST\n📍 Where: 16518 Road 26 SW\, Mattawa WA\n🔧 Learn how advanced irrigation technologies are transforming orchard management — saving water\, improving yields\, and enhancing sustainability.\n💡 This is your chance to connect\, learn\, and see innovations in action. \n👉 Register today: https://smartorchard.wsu.edu/ \n\n\nWashington Tree Fruit Research Commission\nWSU College of Agricultural\, Human\, and Natural Resource Sciences\ninnov8.ag\nColumbia Farm Services#AgTech #SmartFarming #OrchardInnovation #SustainableAg #IrrigationTech #FieldDay2025 #AppleOrchards #PrecisionAgriculture
URL:https://agaid.org/event/smart-apple-orchard-field-day-1/
LOCATION:WSU Smart Apple Orchard Location 1\, 16518 Road 26SW\, Mattawa\, WA\, 99349\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Days
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SUMMARY:Smart Apple Orchard Field Day 2: Precision Crop Management & Automation Technologies
DESCRIPTION:🍏 You’re Invited! \n🚜 Join us for Smart Apple Orchard Field Day 2: Precision Crop Management & Automation Technologies — a hands-on event showcasing cutting-edge tools and systems driving the future of orchard farming. \n📅 When: July 25\, 8:30am – 1:00pm PST \n📍 Where: 99-57 Lamb Rd\, Zillah WA \n🔍 Discover how automation and precision crop management are revolutionizing the apple industry — from real-time data insights to autonomous field operations. \n💡 This is your opportunity to see innovative solutions in action and connect with industry leaders. \n👉 Register today: https://smartorchard.wsu.edu/ \n\n\nWashington Tree Fruit Research Commission\nWSU College of Agricultural\, Human\, and Natural Resource Sciences\ninnov8.ag\nNWFM\, LLC\n\n#AgTech #SmartFarming #OrchardInnovation #SustainableAg #IrrigationTech #FieldDay2025 #AppleOrchards #PrecisionAgriculture
URL:https://agaid.org/event/smart-apple-orchard-field-day-2-precision-crop-management-automation-technologies/
LOCATION:WSU Smart Apple Orchard Location 2\, 99-57 Lamb Rd.\, Zillah\, Washington\, 98953\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Days
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SUMMARY:Growing with AI:  Washington's Agricultural Future
DESCRIPTION:Join the Washington State Academy of Sciences for an engaging 6-part webinar series exploring how artificial intelligence can transform agriculture in Washington State. \nAs our producers face unprecedented challenges—from climate volatility to labor shortages—AI offers powerful new tools to enhance resilience\, optimize resources\, and secure our agricultural future. This free series brings together leading researchers\, innovative farmers\, AI developers\, and key policymakers to explore real-world applications and future possibilities. \n\nFirst Webinar – Artificial Intelligence: What it can do\, where it is going\, and key opportunities for agriculture\n\n\nJanuary 12\, 2026\, 12-1pm PST \nLearn AI basics\, how agriculture drives AI innovation\, and how AI is reshaping farming from reactive to proactive operations. \nSpeakers: \n\n\nOren Etzioni\, Technical Director\, AI2 Incubator; Professor Emeritus\, University of Washington\nAnanth Kalyanaraman\, Professor and Director\, School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science\, Washington State University; Director\, NSF-USDA NIFA AgAID AI Institute
URL:https://agaid.org/event/growing-with-ai-washingtons-agricultural-future/
LOCATION:Virtual\, WA\, 99350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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CREATED:20260106T054337Z
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SUMMARY:An Online Toolbox for Understanding and Communicating AI in Sustainable Agriculture
DESCRIPTION:The WSU Center for Sustaining Agriculture and Natural Resources (CSANR) has launched a new online training series: Understanding and Communicating AI in Sustainable Agriculture. \nIf you are an agricultural professional looking to lead conversations about AI and agriculture with confidence\, this course was built for you. \n\n📽️ Format: 11 free\, self-guided\, asynchronous video lectures.\n⏱️ Duration: Approximately 2.5 hours total.\n🎓 Credit: .3 CEUs available through WSU.\n🛠️ Outcome: A foundational toolbox for discussing AI risks\, ethics\, and adoption.\n\nBuild your confidence in addressing AI-related discussions in agriculture today. \n🔗 Get started here: https://csanr.wsu.edu/resources/ai-literacy-toolbox/ \n#AgTech #SustainableAgriculture #ProfessionalDevelopment #AI #AgExtension #WSU
URL:https://agaid.org/event/online-course-communicating-ai-in-ag/
LOCATION:Virtual\, WA\, 99350\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260611T173000
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SUMMARY:Managing Climate Stress in Fruit Production: Sun Injury\, Ripening Disorders\, and Post-Harvest Quality in North American Orchards
DESCRIPTION:These meetups will provide an opportunity to discuss challenges related to heat stress in summer and fall\, identify opportunities to improve fruit quality\, and remain profitable. Each webinar is led by a panel of scientists and tree fruit growers from across the United States and Canada. Join the conversation! \nJUNE 11 – Physiological Impacts\, Forecasting\, and Monitoring Tools\n\nPhysiology of sun and heat stress on apple – Emily Lavely\, Michigan State University\nTrends in sunburn risk – Kirti Rajagopalan\, Washington State University\nSmart monitoring tools – Lav Khot\, Washington State University\nSeasonal outlook – Jeff Andresen (climatologist)\, Michigan State University\nSeasonal outlook – Samantha Borisoff (climatologist)\, Cornell University\nGrower panel\n\n🔗 REGISTER here: https://wsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/XwKrG4ZsQGiPT834CYsH_A#/registration \nThis year’s series is co-sponsored by our AgAID Institute and SPARC SCRI (https://sparcscri.com/).
URL:https://agaid.org/event/managing-climate-stress-in-fruit-production-sun-injury-ripening-disorders-and-post-harvest-quality-in-north-american-orchards/
LOCATION:Virtual\, WA\, 99350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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SUMMARY:Managing Climate Stress in Fruit Production: Sun Injury\, Ripening Disorders\, and Post-Harvest Quality in North American Orchards
DESCRIPTION:These meetups will provide an opportunity to discuss challenges related to heat stress in summer and fall\, identify opportunities to improve fruit quality\, and remain profitable. Each webinar is led by a panel of scientists and tree fruit growers from across the United States and Canada. Join the conversation! \nJUNE 18 – Mitigation Strategies\, Timing\, and Tradeoffs\n\nBrad Palmer\, Reality Research\nBernardita Sallato\, Washington State University\nGrower panel\n\n🔗 REGISTER here: https://wsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/XwKrG4ZsQGiPT834CYsH_A#/registration \nThis year’s series is co-sponsored by our AgAID Institute and SPARC SCRI (https://sparcscri.com/).
URL:https://agaid.org/event/managing-climate-stress-in-fruit-production-sun-injury-ripening-disorders-and-post-harvest-quality-in-north-american-orchards-2/
LOCATION:Virtual\, WA\, 99350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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SUMMARY:Managing Climate Stress in Fruit Production: Sun Injury\, Ripening Disorders\, and Post-Harvest Quality in North American Orchards
DESCRIPTION:These meetups will provide an opportunity to discuss challenges related to heat stress in summer and fall\, identify opportunities to improve fruit quality\, and remain profitable. Each webinar is led by a panel of scientists and tree fruit growers from across the United States and Canada. Join the conversation! \nJUNE 25 – Managing Fruit After Heat Exposure: Maturity\, Storage\, and Disorders\n\nCarolina Torres\, Washington State University\nGrower panel\n\n🔗 REGISTER here: https://wsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/XwKrG4ZsQGiPT834CYsH_A#/registration \nThis year’s series is co-sponsored by our AgAID Institute and SPARC SCRI (https://sparcscri.com/).
URL:https://agaid.org/event/managing-climate-stress-in-fruit-production-sun-injury-ripening-disorders-and-post-harvest-quality-in-north-american-orchards-3/
LOCATION:Virtual\, WA\, 99350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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