NEWS, EVENTS & INITIATIVES
Photo Contest Submission Deadline: October 15!
We’re excited to showcase the people, places, and purpose behind our work in agriculture through the Valent U.S.A. Photo Contest. Whether you’re in the field, lab, or office, your photos tell the story of who we are and the impact we make—submit your entry by October 15! Click the link below to learn more.
From July 19–23, Valent’s Pat Clay, Mike Martin, Shar Laperal, and interns Elle Rashkin and Aliza Yoder joined students, peers, and leading companies — including Syngenta, UPL, BASF, Corteva, and Bayer — at the AFA Plant Science Leaders Conference. Throughout the week, we took part in career roundtables, shared our own journeys, and answered questions about opportunities in agriculture and at Valent. Connecting directly with students from across the country was energizing — their curiosity, passion, and bold ideas about the future of agriculture truly inspired us. We also had the pleasure of reconnecting with Bill Hendrix, former VP of Technology, and gaining fresh perspective from his years of experience. Beyond the roundtables, our team swapped stories and insights with other industry professionals. The career panels, networking sessions, and keynote talks offered fresh perspectives on leadership, innovation, and building meaningful careers in agriculture. We left the conference not only excited about the future of our industry but also grateful for the chance to mentor — and to be mentored by — the next generation of leaders. Collaborating with students and peers reminded us how powerful these cross-industry connections can be and how they shape the future of agriculture. Inspiring Connections at the AFA Plant Science Leaders Conference By Sharleen Laperal
Valent Surpasses Goal for AFA Day of Giving!
We’re thrilled to announce that our team raised $5,825 for the Agriculture Future of America (AFA) Day of Giving — surpassing our $5,000 goal! Thanks to everyone who contributed, shared, and helped spread the word, we not only hit our target but also unlocked Valent’s dollar- for-dollar match, doubling our impact for AFA’s programs that support the next generation of agriculture leaders. A huge thank-you to all who donated and participated. Your generosity is helping students grow, learn, and thrive in the agriculture industry. Together, we’re cultivating the future of agriculture!
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