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High-Tech Agriculture: Small Firms on the Frontier of Agribusiness
Thursday, October 05, 2017 | 10:00 |
This hearing will examine rapid development of the agricultural technology (agtech) industry driven by the private sector. Entrepreneurs are tackling industry challenges and facilitating technology transfer from the lab to the farm to the table. Agricultural regions are competing to be the next great innovation hub, which has spurred rural revitalization. The discussion will explore issues beyond the headlines to understand the role of small businesses and the perspective of small family farmers. 1. Hearing Notice 2. Witness List 3. Hearing Memo 4. Opening Statement Witnesses: Lisa Benson, Ph.D. Mr. Kevin Heikes Mark Kester, Ph.D. Mr. Joe Guthrie |