Sustainability Institute in Partnership with NACD

February 9-11, 2025
Salt Lake City, UT
Applications Deadline: November 24, 2024

Sustainability Institute in Partnership with NACD

Cultivating a Sustainable Tomorrow Through Agriculture

Conservation and sustainability are at the heart of agriculture. It encompasses more than soil management, cover crops, and irrigation systems. In partnership with the National Association of Conservation Districts, the AFA Sustainability Institute provides a deep dive into the world of conservation and natural resources. Experience firsthand what diverse careers in this field look like, connect with industry leaders and peers, and engage in vital discussions impacting the industry. Find your path in conservation, agriculture, and natural resources management here. 

Industry exposure
Gather insights from executives and attend the annual NACD meeting
Talk it out
Discuss innovations and recent challenges in sustainability
Build connections
Have dinner with industry guests and network with fellow students
AFA + NACD Sustainability Institute
Experience Info

February 11-13

San Diego, CA

All meals, program materials and rooms are paid for by AFA's partners. You are responsible for covering any incidental and parking charges added to your room.

Feb 11
Feb 12
Feb 13
2:00 P.M.
Mix and Mingle Registration
3:00 P.M.
Welcome and Orientation
4:00 P.M.
Kickoff Speaker: Sustainability and The Future
4:30 P.M.
The Fight for Sustainability in Public Service: Executive Panel
5:30 P.M.
Student Reflection
6:00 P.M.
NACD and Student Networking
6:30 P.M.
Dinner with Industry Representatives
7:30 P.M.
AFA Sustainability Institute Social
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“The AFA Sustainability Institute has allowed me to understand some of the issues revolving around sustainability outside of my home state of Illinois. Being able to network with soil and water conservation district directors from across the U.S. has allowed me to understand these issues across the country.”
Seth Mitchell
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign