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“The goal of our research is to give farmers an alternative crop to grow that could help them improve their enterprises. And when you get questions more about the meaning behind your
research, you know they understand this and are excited to know more.”
-Luke Farno
“The goal of our research is to give farmers an alternative crop to grow that could help them improve their enterprises,” Farno said. “And when you get questions more about the meaning behind your research, you know they understand this and are excited to know more.” For many attendees, the visit marked their first direct engagement with CSU’s research facilities. The experience left a lasting impression. “The visit was highly significant,” Wilkerson said. “It allowed BIPOC farmers to see themselves reflected and valued within the Land-Grant system, and it highlighted CSU’s commitment to serving historically underserved communities.”
“Williams noted the impact on the network’s members: “The visit gave us a firsthand look at local research and how it applies to the work that we do! It sparked new ideas, connected us with helpful resources, and strengthened our network with other BIPOC farmers and CSU faculty.” “The goal of our research is to give farmers an alternative crop to grow that could help them improve their enterprises. And when you get questions more about the meaning behind your research, you know they understand this and are excited to know more.” BIPOC members walked away with practical insights and a renewed sense of connection to CSU’s ongoing agricultural programming, Wilkerson said. “Visitors left with a better understanding of CSU’s research priorities,
practical insights they could take back to their farms, and a sense of how to stay connected with ongoing Land-Grant programming,” he added. Farno echoed Wilkerson’s sentiments. “It shows that once you get to a place where you have a product ready for farmers to use there are farmers who are excited to use it. And that makes it all worth it,” according to Farno. Williams said the tour’s resonance with BIPOC members made the visit memorable. “Seeing the labs and demonstration plots in action really stood out. Being able to ask questions and see research applied on the ground made it practical and meaningful for the work we are doing at home.”
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