Nutrition Mythbusters Discussion Series
Nutrition Mythbusters Discussion Series
“Conversations on Organic vs Conventional Farming”
November 6, 2023 | 5:30-7:00pm | Hurd Welcome Center* (Fudge Room)
*The Hurd Welcome Center is located at the corner of I-35 and University Parks Drive in Waco, Texas
The Nutrition Mythbusters Discussion Series seeks to examine common assumptions, misconceptions, and myths around nutrition, agriculture and food security to improve our understanding of food science and its connection to environmental and human health.
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Do organic farmers use pesticides?
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Are pesticides and genetically modified crops harmful to humans or the environment?
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How do I know when I should choose organic or conventional produce?
At the first annual Nutrition Mythbusters Discussion Series, expert panelists will offer insight into these and other common consumer questions around organic vs. conventional farming practices.
Come and learn how to be an informed consumer and avoid the hype!
Guest Panelists:
Conventional Farming Specialist, Associate Professor and Agronomist, Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center at Amarillo
Conventional Farming Specialist, Associate Professor and Agronomist, Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center at Amarillo
Livestock and Meat Specialist, Associate Director for Ag and Natural Resources, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
Livestock and Meat Specialist, Associate Director for Ag and Natural Resources, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
The Farm Babe, Conventional Farmer
The Farm Babe, Conventional Farmer
Indigenous Gardener, Da’Shack Farmer’s Market, Waco
Indigenous Gardener, Da’Shack Farmer’s Market, Waco
Organic Farming Specialist, Regents Fellow and Extension Program Specialist, Texas A&M University Agricultural Economics
Organic Farming Specialist, Regents Fellow and Extension Program Specialist, Texas A&M University Agricultural Economics