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SmartFarm Innovation NetworkTM
In the farm of the future, drones will fly over forests and crops to communicate with robots embedded in harvesting equipment on the ground. Virginia Tech is leading the charge to help local communities thrive and spark a new agricultural and natural resources economy.
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Every day, in every corner of the world, the college, Extension, and 4-H are helping communities thrive and grow the next generations of leaders. With your support, there is no limit to the impact we can make in our world.
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With 107 local Extension offices, eleven Agricultural Research and Extension Centers, and six 4-H educational centers, we are always within reach. Use the map to locate the office or center in your community.
250 Drillfield Drive (0402)
Blacksburg, Virginia 24061
Dean's office: (540) 231-3724
Academic dean: (540) 231-6503
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- New Virginia Seafood Agricultural Research and Extension Center construction progressing on schedule The Virginia Seafood AREC is at the heart of an industry that has an annual economic impact of more than $550 million, accounts for more than 5,600 jobs, and increases the state’s economic portfolio.
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- New Virginia Seafood Agricultural Research and Extension Center construction progressing on schedule The Virginia Seafood AREC is at the heart of an industry that has an annual economic impact of more than $550 million, accounts for more than 5,600 jobs, and increases the state’s economic portfolio.
- College of Agriculture and Life Sciences launches Center for Advanced Innovation in Agriculture to prepare industry for future The Center for Advanced Innovation in Agriculture will focus on scientific discovery and the application of technology-driven innovative solutions for the agricultural challenges of tomorrow.
CALS Events Calendar
- The VA Youth Beef Challenge and the State 4-H and FFA Tractor Driving Contests Apr 17, 2021 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Food insecurity and hunger in Virginia Apr 19, 2021 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- COMMON INVASIVE PLANTS IN VIRGINIA: IDENTIFICATION, CONTROL AND NATIVE ALTERNATIVES Apr 20, 2021 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
- Pasture Management Apr 20, 2021 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Flower Field Walk and Demonstration Apr 21, 2021 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
- In-Orchard Tree Fruit Meeting Description: The Frederick and Rappahannock Extension Office invites each of you to attend a series of in-orchard and zoom meetings scheduled from March through June 2021. We will meet at the host orchard at 11:00 a.m. for a tour of the orchard, followed by a discussion of current orchard management recommendations. Virginia Tech fruit specialists from the Alson H. Smith Jr. Agricultural Research and Extension Center will be present to address specific topics. We encourage you to bring samples of insects, diseased foliage or scaffolds for treatment recommendations. We will adjourn around 2:00 p.m. The zoom meetings will start at 11:30 a.m. and adjourn around 2:00 p.m. A schedule of meeting locations and directions to the orchards are listed on the back of this letter. Duet o covid-19 protocols, we ask that you wear a face mask and practice social distancing. Also, please bring a bagged lunch. Apr 21, 2021 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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