Ag Forward 2025 is a multi-day short course, featuring faculty and researcher speakers from University of Wisconsin–Madison, for University Wisconsin–River Falls Farm and Industry Short Course students. The sessions offer students an opportunity to learn about the latest university research, engage in meaningful discussions, and ask questions.

Thursday, January 23–Friday, January 24
Pyle Center, 702 Langdon St., Madison, WI 53706

Speakers

Paul Mitchell – Professor and extension specialist, agricultural and applied economics; Director of the Renk Agribusiness Institute
Heidi Johnson – Director of the University of Wisconsin–Madison Extension Agriculture Institute
Jeff Nelson – Teaching faculty, biological systems engineering
Chris Kucharik – Professor, plant and agroecosystem sciences; Director of Wisconet
Dan Marzu – Extension outreach specialist, Integrated Pest and Crop Management
Jennifer Van Os – Assistant professor and extension specialist, animal and dairy sciences
Mike Peters – Director of the University of Wisconsin–Madison Agricultural Research Stations
Maria Woldt – Program manager, Dairy Innovation Hub