Board on Agriculture and Natural Resources

Board on Agriculture and Natural Resources Summer Meeting

June 25, 2024

1:30 AM - 6:15 PM (ET)

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Materials

About

Please join the Board on Agriculture and Natural Resources for its virtual summer meeting on Tuesday, June 25 for public webinars that explore two hot topics in agriculture.

Session 1 (1:30-3:30 pm ET) will feature perspectives on the emergence of H5N1, a novel strain of high-pathogenic avian influenza. Presenters will describe what is different about this form of the virus, the financial and other impacts on agriculture, and what a “One Health” response to zoonotic disease looks like.
Session 2 (4:00-6:15pm ET) will focus on Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and explore whether and how U.S. agricultural feedstocks will be able to meet the low carbon requirements of this emerging market while avoiding negative consequences.

The event will be recorded and made available for viewing after its conclusion.

Contact

Samantha Sisanachandeng

(202) 334-3389
SSisanachandeng@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Exploring Linkages Between Soil Health and Human Health: Report Release Webinar

June 13, 2024

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (ET)

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Discussion

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Materials

Presentation Slides

About

The National Academies released a new report exploring the linkages between soil health and human health. On Thursday, June 13 at 2 pm ET a webinar sharing key takeaways and recommendations from the report was held. Members of the study committee participated, and audience members submitted questions during the webinar.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Not Closed

Organizing Project

Exploring Linkages Between Soil Health and Human Health

Contact

Samantha Sisanachandeng

(202) 334-3389
SSisanachandeng@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Closed

Heritable Genetic Modification in Food Animals Committee Meeting #7

June 7, 2024

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (ET)

Past

About

This is the seventh committee meeting of a consensus study aimed at exploring heritable genetic modifications in food animals. The committee will hold closed sessions to determine preliminary findings and research recommendations based on a submitted draft of commissioned papers and discuss plans for revising the introduction and writing the conclusion.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Institution Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

Eric Hallerman
Bernadette Dunham
Elizabeth Maga
Fred Gould
Lyda Garcia
Fiona McCarthy
Mike McGrew
Penny Riggs
Aspen Workman

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

The committee discussed chapter updates and planning for an upcoming workshop.

Date of posting of Closed Session Summary:

June 10, 2024

Organizing Project

Heritable Genetic Modification in Food Animals

Contact

Robin Schoen

(202) 334-2236
rschoen@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Closed

Workshop on The Social-Ecological Consequences of Future Wildfire in the West - Planning Meeting 8

May 15, 2024

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM (ET)

Past

About

This meeting is closed to the public in its entirety.

Organizing Project

The Social-Ecological Consequences of Future Wildfire in the West: A Workshop

Contact

Joshua Lang

(202) 334-2042
JLang@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Closed

Workshop on The Social-Ecological Consequences of Future Wildfire in the West - Planning Meeting 7

May 8, 2024

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM (ET)

Past

About

This meeting is closed to the public in its entirety.

Organizing Project

The Social-Ecological Consequences of Future Wildfire in the West: A Workshop

Contact

Joshua Lang

(202) 334-2042
JLang@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Meeting

Grapevine Viruses and Grapevine Disease Research Committee Meeting in Washington DC

May 8 - 9, 2024

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Materials

About

Please join the National Academies’ Committee on Grapevine Viruses and Disease Research on May 8, 2024, for its fifth public meeting. The committee will convene in Washington, DC and will have a Q&A session on Grapevine Leafroll Disease (GLD) and its Management in South Africa and Grower Adoption of Pest/Disease Management Practices.

A live stream with the presenters and committee will be on this event page.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Partially Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

Anna Whitfield
Alex Karasev
Olufemi Alabi
Ozgur Batuman
Elizabeth Cieniewicz (remote)
Mamadou Fall (remote)
Alana Jacobson
Kirsten Pelz-Stelinski
Wenping Qiu
Naidu Rayapati
Stuart Reitz
Tom Turpen

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

The committee discussed information they have gathered so far, and the conclusions and recommendations that would be included in their report.

The following materials (written documents) were made available to the committee in the closed sessions:

N/A

Date of posting of Closed Session Summary:

May 14, 2024

Organizing Project

Assistance to the California Department of Food and Agriculture Pierce’s Disease/Glassy-Winged Sharp Shooter Board on Grapevine Viruses and Grapevine Disease Research

Contact

Samantha Sisanachandeng

(202) 334-3389
SSisanachandeng@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Meeting Closed

Exploring Linkages Between Soil Health and Human Health Meeting #21

April 30, 2024

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM (ET)

Past

About

The National Academies’ Committee on Exploring Linkages Between Soil Health and Human Health will meet in closed session on April 30, 2024. This meeting will be virtual and closed in its entirety.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Institution Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

Sam Banerjee
Maria Carlota Dao
Mike Grusak
Kali Kniel
Rebecca Nelson
Kate Scow
Lindsey Slaughter
Ann Skulas-Ray

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

Report draft

The following materials (written documents) were made available to the committee in the closed sessions:

none

Date of posting of Closed Session Summary:

May 07, 2024

Organizing Project

Exploring Linkages Between Soil Health and Human Health

Contact

Katherine Kane

(202) 334-3287
KKane@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Closed

Workshop on The Social-Ecological Consequences of Future Wildfire in the West - Planning Meeting 6

April 24, 2024

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM (ET)

Past

About

This meeting is closed to the public in its entirety.

Organizing Project

The Social-Ecological Consequences of Future Wildfire in the West: A Workshop

Contact

Joshua Lang

(202) 334-2042
JLang@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Meeting Closed

Exploring Linkages Between Soil Health and Human Health Meeting #20

April 22, 2024

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM (ET)

Past

About

The National Academies’ Committee on Exploring Linkages Between Soil Health and Human Health will meet in closed session on April 22, 2024. This meeting will be virtual and closed in its entirety.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Institution Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

Katrina Abuabara
Samiran Banerjee
Nicholas T. Basta
Sarah M. Collier
Maria Carlota Dao
Michael A. Grusak
Kalmia E. Kniel
Ylva Lekberg
Rebecca J. Nelson
Kate Scow
Ann Skulas-Ray
Lindsey C. Slaughter

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

The committee discussed revisions to the draft report.

The following materials (written documents) were made available to the committee in the closed sessions:

none

Date of posting of Closed Session Summary:

April 29, 2024

Organizing Project

Exploring Linkages Between Soil Health and Human Health

Contact

Kara Laney

(202) 334-1954
KLaney@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Conference

Earth Day Heroes 2024

April 20, 2024

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM (ET)

Past

About

Become an Earth Day Hero!

Join the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine on Saturday, April 20 from 11am to 3pm ET for Earth Day Heroes 2024! Earth Day Heroes is a day of family fun and discovery that is free and open to the public.

Inside the historic halls of the National Academy of Sciences Building on Constitution Avenue, families and children will explore five rooms that reveal the wonders of Planet Earth. Through interactive exhibits and activities including a scavenger hunt, arts and crafts, hands-on science, and much more, each visitor will become an Earth Day Hero and grow their appreciation for Earth and nature, discover the importance of their choices, and learn about science.

Every hero needs a super team! The National Academies are excited to welcome science-focused organizations who will be joining us for the event, including the Smithsonian Gardens, NASA, Washington D.C. Department of Energy and Environment, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), and the National Zoo.

Registration is encouraged but not required. Stay tuned to this webpage to see the latest details on activities and partners, and learn more about how you too can become an Earth Day hero.

Earth Day Heroes: Frequently Asked Questions

What is Earth Day Heroes?
- Earth Day Heroes is a family-friendly event held at the National Academy of Sciences building on Constitution Avenue. Children will learn to appreciate nature through hands-on activities and exhibits, including an aquarium touch tank, coral display, pollinator and soil health activities, a scavenger hunt, and much more!
Who is Earth Day Heroes for?
- This event is for families and children. Most of our activities and exhibits are designed for children grades K-8. Additional informational resources about sustainability, Earth and climate science, and conservation will be displayed and is suitable for all ages.
Is it free and open to the public?
- Yes! There is no cost to enter and participate in the event, and the event is open to anyone.
Do I have to register to be able to attend the event?
- No! Registration is recommended so attendees can receive reminders about the event.
Do I have to attend for the entire event?
- No! The event will be held from 11am to 3pm ET and is designed so visitors can come and go as they please. We expect it won’t take more than an hour for the most committed visitors to see all the rooms and complete all of the activities.
What are some ways I can get to the event?
- The National Academy of Sciences (NAS) Building is at 2101 Constitution Ave NW. Here are some common ways to navigate to the NAS Building.
  - From the National Mall: The NAS Building is right on Constitution Avenue, and only 0.4 miles from the Lincoln Memorial! Those already visiting the Mall will be able to easily walk to the NAS Building, especially if exploring sites on the west side, such as the aforementioned Lincoln Memorial, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, the World War II Memorial, and the Washington Monument.
  - By Metrorail: The closest Metro station is Foggy Bottom-GWU, which services the Orange, Blue, and Silver Lines. Foggy Bottom-GWU is about 0.7 miles, or an approximately 15-minute walk, from the NAS Building.
  - By Metrobus: If travelling into D.C. via the Red Line, visitors can disembark at Farragut North and take the 42 or 43 Metrobus in the direction of the Kennedy Center. Each bus travels the same route, and they run approximately every 20 minutes on Saturdays. Visitors can hop off the bus at the E St NW & 21 St NW stop, then walk 0.2 miles to the NAS Building.
  - By car: There is no parking for visitors at the NAS Building, and street parking is extremely limited due to the proximity to the National Mall and secure locations like the State Department.

Earth Day Heroes 2024 was supported by the Ralph J. Cicerone and Carol M. Cicerone Endowment for NAS Missions.

Contact

Ben Ulrich

bulrich@nas.edu

Location

National Academy of Sciences Building

2101 Constitution Ave NW

Washington DC 20418, USA

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Webinar

Hyperspectral Imaging Q&A Session with Grapevine Viruses and Grapevine Disease Research Committee

April 19, 2024

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM (ET)

Past

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Materials

Nitin Nitin Spectroscopy and Data Analytics For The Early Detection of Red Blotch Viral Infection in Grapevines

About

At this meeting, the Committee on Assistance to the California Department of Food and Agriculture Pierce’s Disease/Glassy-Winged Sharp Shooter Board on Grapevine Viruses and Grapevine Disease Research will have a Q&A session with experts on the use of hyperspectral imaging for grapevine virus disease detection. The committee will ask questions based on the pre-recorded presentations by Drs. Luca Brilliante from Fresno State and Nitin Nitin from UC Davis. The pre-recorded presentations will be made available for viewing in the section below a few days before the date of the Q&A session.
The live stream will be broadcast directly to this event page.
Please subscribe to the Board on Agriculture and Natural Resources Listserv to stay up to date.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Partially Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

Anna Whitfield
Alex Karasev
Ozgur Batuman
Mamadou Lamine Fall
Naidu Rayapati
Elizabeth Cieniwicz
Thomas Turpen
Stuart Reitz
Wenping Qiu

Organizing Project

Assistance to the California Department of Food and Agriculture Pierce’s Disease/Glassy-Winged Sharp Shooter Board on Grapevine Viruses and Grapevine Disease Research

Contact

Samantha Sisanachandeng

(202) 334-3389
SSisanachandeng@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Meeting Closed

Review of the U.S. Farmers and Ranchers in Action White Paper on Building a Scientific Roadmap to a Carbon Negative Agricultural System April Meeting

April 12, 2024

12:00 AM - 12:00 AM (ET)

Past

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Institution Closed

Organizing Project

Review of the U.S. Farmers and Ranchers in Action White Paper on Building a Scientific Roadmap to a Carbon Negative Agricultural System

Contact

Robin Schoen

(202) 334-2236
rschoen@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Closed

Workshop on The Social-Ecological Consequences of Future Wildfire in the West - Planning Meeting 5

April 10, 2024

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM (ET)

Past

About

This meeting is closed to the public in its entirety.

Organizing Project

The Social-Ecological Consequences of Future Wildfire in the West: A Workshop

Contact

Joshua Lang

(202) 334-2042
JLang@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Meeting Closed

Exploring Linkages Between Soil Health and Human Health Meeting #19

April 8, 2024

2:30 PM - 5:00 PM (ET)

Past

About

The National Academies’ Committee on Exploring Linkages Between Soil Health and Human Health will meet in closed session on April 8, 2024. This meeting will be virtual and closed in its entirety.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Institution Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

Samiran Banerjee
Sarah Collier
Mike Grusak
Kali Kniel
Ylva Lekberg
Ann Skulas-Ray
Lindsey Slaughter

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

The closed session was used to discuss revisions to the draft report.

The following materials (written documents) were made available to the committee in the closed sessions:

none

Date of posting of Closed Session Summary:

May 07, 2024

Organizing Project

Exploring Linkages Between Soil Health and Human Health

Contact

Kara Laney

(202) 334-1954
KLaney@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

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