April CSA News
The April issue of CSA News is online! Our cover story this month is on navigating the complexities of interdisciplinary science and making a meaningful impact.
Webinar: Exploring the peer-review process
Are you new to manuscript review or considering becoming an editor? Sign up for our webinar on Wednesday, Apr. 30 2025 at 11 am central to gain valuable insights into the peer-review process! This crash course is tailored for students, grad students, researchers, and early career professionals in agronomy, crops, and soils.
Featured articles
Military veterans in agriculture
A specialty group to unite, collaborate, and to build comradery among veterans and their supporters
The Military Veterans in Agriculture specialty group is designed for veterans and supporters of veterans within the Societies. Its purpose is to support the advancement and promotion of military veterans in the agriculture sector while presenting a sense of community. This month, the chair of the group, Mauricio Soriano, discusses how the group contributes to the Societies and local community and what its plans are for the near future.
Travel awards for CANVAS 2025
Don't let travel costs deter you from joining us in Utah for CANVAS 2025. We have travel awards that you can check out and apply and possibly be selected. You won't know until you apply!
Recent articles
Recent articles
Science meets policy at Congressional Visits Day
Society members, CCAs advocate for research funding and the value of science
During Congressional Visits Day, held February 26 this year, Society members and CCAs participated in more than 80 visits with lawmakers and their staff in Washington, DC. The primary message was that USDA research is vital to a secure and vibrant food and ag system in the United States.
William Jury receives Kirkham Gold Medal honors
William A. Jury is the third recipient of the prestigious Don and Betty Kirkham Soil Physics Gold Medal. The medal commemorates the unexcelled career achievement of those most extraordinary individuals throughout the world who have uniquely contributed to soil physics.
AI and agriculture—how undergrads are exploring new frontiers
Could generative AI be a tool to help agriculture students perform tasks typically left to professional programmers? Find out in the latest "Down to Earth," a series breaking down and explaining recent food and farming research for readers of all backgrounds, including those without formal scientific training.
Science explained
One of the great features of our new site is our "Science Explained" section where we bridge the gap between our sciences and society, explaining key concepts and research in language that is easy to understand by all, including those without formal scientific training. Visit us each week as we continue to add more sections and content.
We want to hear from you
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