On Tuesday, May 9, CEFS welcomed more than 200 visitors for the dedication of the new Alternative Swine Production Unit. This event kicked off the CEFS Seasons of Sustainable Agriculture Celebration. The keynote speaker was Dr. Fred Kirschenmann, Distinguished Fellow at the Leopold Center for Sustainable Agriculture in Iowa. Dr. Kirschenmann spoke on opportunities and challenges faced by farmers in the 21 st century. His message highlighted the importance of assisting farmers in identifying and taking advantage of new production and marketing opportunities. This is a focus of research, extension, and educational activities at CEFS, particularly in the alternative swine unit.
