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2025 Precision Poultry Farming Conference – May 6

2025 Georgia Precision Poultry Conference May 6, 2025 Virtually (via Zoom)The University of Georgia Poultry Science Extension Team will proudly host the 2025 Georgia Precision Poultry Farming Conference virtually (via Zoom) on May 6, 2025.

This year’s conference will be the 5th annual Georgia Precision Poultry Farming Conference. The conference has provided training for over 1500 attendees from more than 40 countries in the past four years.

This year’s conference is co-sponsored by UGA Institute for Integrative Precision Agriculture. The event is free for student participants, but registration is required.

2025 Precision Poultry Conference Agenda 

 

 

IIPA Seminar Series – April 21st – Dr. Jae Ryu

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Applications of Autonomous Unmanned Vehicles for Precision Agriculture Research, Education, and Outreach

Dr. Jae Ryu
Professor, Water Resources Engineering, University of Idaho
Founder, Interstate/Idaho Drove League (iDrone)

  • Date: Monday, April 21st, 2025
  • Time: 10:15 AM
  • In-person Location: Miller Plant Sciences, Room 3203, Athens Campus
  • Join Zoom Meeting (Meeting ID: 933 0666 7943 Passcode: 889592)

IEEE ISDL Workshop and Meeting Series – February 28, 2025

IEEE Workshop Announcement graphic. February 28, 2025 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Room 2008, Geography Building University of Georgia Athens, GA The IEEE Geoscience and Remote Sensing Society (GRSS) UGA Student Chapter is organizing an Inter-Society Distinguished Lecturer Workshop, bringing together experts from the IEEE Antennas and Propagation Society (AP-S) and IEEE GRSS.

This workshop will feature distinguished speakers who will share insights into cutting-edge advancements in remote sensing, geospatial technologies, and antenna systems. The event aims to foster collaboration among researchers, industry professionals, and students, promoting interdisciplinary discussions on emerging trends and challenges in these fields.

Join us for an engaging session with expert talks, networking opportunities, and discussions on the latest innovations in Earth observation, electromagnetic sensing, and antenna technologies!

More Information About IEEE ISDL Workshop & Meeting Series

Details:
February 28, 2025
11 – 4
University of Georgia, Athens, GA
Geography Building, Room 2008

 

Kenon Song Named NAI Senior Member

Dr. Kenon Song, IIPA member and associate professor in the UGA College of Engineering, is one of eight UGA researchers named as 2025 NAI Senior Members.

NAI Senior Members are distinguished faculty, scientists and administrators who have demonstrated success in patents, licensing and commercialization. They develop technologies that have made, or have the potential to make, meaningful impacts on society.

Congratulations, Dr. Song.


Research & Extension Experience for Undergraduates (REEU)

The summer REEU program titled “Modern Tools and Technologies for Food & Agriculture Production” is an excellent opportunity for undergraduate students to participate in research, extension and outreach projects that focus on innovative tools and modern technologies for agricultural and food production. Students will also get opportunities for professional skills development in communication, leadership, ethics, team work and organization.

Modern Tools and Technologies for Food & Ag Production Program Information

IPAC Students Hold Regular Meeting

IPAC members in Athens and Tifton January 2025. The Integrative Precision Ag Student Club (IPAC) held its regular meeting on Thursday, January 23rd.

Chris Rhodes, the executive director of the UGA Innovation District, was the guest speaker and delivered an insightful presentation titled “Business Cycle & Entrepreneurship.” His talk covered key topics such as the real-world landscape of the industry, the skills required, and tips for succeeding in interviews.

IPAC is off to a strong start, and its members are eager to see what the future holds for the club.

The photo shows meeting attendees. Top: Athens students, bottom: Tifton students.

Vellidis Presents Keynote at African Precision Ag Conference

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Dr. George Vellidis made an invited keynote presentation at the 3rd African Conference on Precision Agriculture which took place in Marrakech, Morocco, from 3-5 December 2024.  The title of his presentation was “Precision Water Management Strategies for Africa”.

Job Opportunity: Director of Industry Partnerships and Project Based Learning

The College of Ag at the University of Georgia is searching for the next Director of Industry Partnerships and Project Based Learning.

The director will be responsible for developin project-based learning opportunities within the UGA Innovation District with varied industry partners to cultivate the knowledge and technology needed to improve productivity, profitability and sustainability of industries in agriculture.

The director will work collaboratively with the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES) Office of Academic Affairs, Office of Research, and the Office of Extension and Outreach, and The Office of Development and Alumni Relations to support, develop, and implement a plan to identify research and educational opportunities and enhance student and employer engagement opportunities. The position will develop problem-based learning modules/courses within the Innovation District in collaboration with other UGA Colleges and Schools. Develops effective assessment documentation regarding program productivity and impact.

See the complete job listing.

IIPA Students Excel at Annual Meeting

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IIPA graduate students received several honors/awards at the 2024 ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting held in San Antonio, Texas.

  • Emily Bedwell (advisor: George Vellidis)
    1st Place – Evapotranspiration Measurement and Modeling Community, Agronomy Society of America, Ph.D. Oral Competition
  • Ashbin Bhat (advisor: John Snider)
    2nd Place – Precision Agriculture Systems Community, Agronomy Society of America, M.S. Poster Competition.
  • Anish Bhattarai (advisor: Leo Bastos)
    1st Place – Precision Agriculture Systems Community, Agronomy Society of America, M.S. Oral Competition
  • Anish Bhattarai (advisor: Leo Bastos)
    1st Place – Sensor Based Nutrient Management Community, Agronomy Society of America, Graduate Student Poster Competition
  • Emily Bedwell (advisor: George Vellidis)
    1st Place – Evapotranspiration Measurement and Modeling Community, Agronomy Society of America, Ph.D. Oral Competition
  • Jasia Jannat (advisor: George Vellidis)
    2nd Place – Precision Agriculture Systems Community, Agronomy Society of America, Ph.D. Oral Competition
  • Sara Maktabi (advisor: George Vellidis)
    3nd Place – Precision Agriculture Systems Community, Agronomy Society of America, Ph.D. Oral Competition
  • Nushrat Niva (Advisor: Lorena Lacerda)
    3nd Place – Airborne and Satellite Remote Sensing Community, Agronomy Society of America, Graduate Student Oral Competition