Session: Perspectives on Chemical Use in Sustainable Agriculture

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Session:   Friday, 18 May 2007: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM

207 (Pfahler Hall)

Perspectives on Chemical Use in Sustainable Agriculture

Abstract:   Concepts on sustainability have become increasingly important in societal goals for agriculture, chemical production and energy use. This session will provide an array of perspectives on chemical use in sustainable agriculture. Speakers will share their interpretation of the definition and principles that affect the evolving practices of sustainable agriculture.

DuPont Crop Protection Chemicals

Organizers:

Alethia M. Brown
Aldos C. Barefoot

Presiders:

Aldos C. Barefoot
Alethia M. Brown

9:00 AMWelcoming Remarks
9:10 AMWhat is Sustainable Agriculture?

Burleson Smith

9:40 AMUse of Chemicals in Sustainable and Organic Agriculture: Philosophy and Practice

Mary Barbercheck

10:10 AMBreak
10:30 AMConsiderations for Use of Pesticides in Sustainable Farming

Steve Groff

11:00 AMRole of Chemical Pesticides in Sustaining Crop Protection

Leonard Gianessi

11:30 AMConcluding Remarks