The key trends in agriculture that will likely have a significant impact on the future will be the
featured topic at the Northwest Ohio Ag-Business Breakfast Forum, Feb. 16 from 8-9:30 a.m.
The event is hosted by the Center for Innovative Food Technology at the Agricultural Incubator
Foundation.
Roger Rennekamp, Ph.D., associate dean and director, Ohio State University Extension, will present,
“Agricultural Transformation and Extension’s Next Century,” on the heels of the recent 100th anniversary
of the Cooperative Extension System.
In his talk, Rennekamp will also discuss the importance of utilizing a “food system” rather than “food
chain” approach, as well as the implications that has upon the expertise needed for agriculture to adapt
in a changing world. Additionally participants will learn about Extension’s priorities for the coming
year and have a chance to contribute their own ideas about how the organization can best support the
needs of today’s agriculture.
Arrive early, as breakfast and informal networking will start at 8 a.m., with the program to follow. The
cost is $10 in advance, or $12 (cash or check) at the door.
The AIF is located at 13737 Middleton Pike (Ohio 582) in Bowling Green. Walk-ins are welcome, but guests
are encouraged to reserve a seat in advance by visiting ciftinnovation.org.