2021 Agricultural Outlook Forum Theme: “Building On Innovation”

WASHINGTON, DC – USDA is rolling out details of the 97th annual Agricultural Outlook Forum, to be held virtually in mid-February.

“Building on Innovation: A Pathway to Resilience,” the 2021 theme, will focus on the central role science and innovation have played in helping the agricultural sector overcome challenges.

The Forum will begin with a presentation by USDA’s new Chief Economist, Dr. Seth Meyer, on the Department’s outlook for commodity markets and trade for 2021. There will also be a keynote address by the incoming Agriculture Secretary, presentations by Congressional leaders, and a session on genetic literacy.

In addition, the program will cover five key areas including Supply Chain Resilience, Commodity Market Outlooks, Food Price and Farm Income Outlooks, U.S. Trade and the Global Market Place, Managing Risk and Ensuring Sustainability, and Innovation, Technology, and Productivity.

The virtual Forum will be held February 18-19, 2021 and registration is free. For more information, visit the Agricultural Outlook Forum page at USDA.gov.
(SOURCE: All Ag News)