Pa. — Visitors to the College of Agricultural Sciences Exhibits Building during Penn State’s 2026 Ag Progress Days, Aug. 11-13, will have the chance to learn more about the college’s cutting-edge research driving innovation in modern agriculture
The exhibits will highlight the college’s <a href="https://<a href="https://healthylife7.com/how-some-fermented-foods-benefit-our-gut-health/” title=”How some fermented foods benefit our gut health”>healthylife7.com/how-this-alexandria-fitness-studio-uses-ai-technology-in-workouts/” title=”How this Alexandria fitness studio uses AI technology in workouts”>Technology for Agriculture and Living Systems initiative, which brings researchers and extension specialists together across disciplines to create real-world solutions that boost food production, protect Pennsylvania’s natural landscapes, and build healthier, more resilient communities for the future
Faculty, staff and Penn State Extension educators will be on hand to highlight innovations in areas such as biotechnology in crop breeding; robotics and precision application of fertilizer and irrigation in tree-fruit production; and advanced monitoring and sensing technologies that support conservation
In addition, visitors will be able to learn about Tilva, extension’s artificial-intelligence assistant; hear updates about invasive species and protecting animal health; and view a variety of presentations in the building’s theater area
Faculty and extension educators also will discuss several other topics, including the following:
Meet Tilva: Visitors will have the opportunity to learn more about Tilva, Penn State Extension’s AI assistant for questions about agriculture. Users can ask questions and upload photos to identify pests, diseases and plants, and receive localized recommendations tailored to real-time weather and soil conditions
Protecting Animal Health: Attendees can learn about the latest research on animal diseases, including highly pathogenic amal health. Experts also will discuss career opportunities in veterinary medicine and animal agriculture
Invasive Species Updates:Visitors can get information about invasive species, such as the spotted lanternfly, that can disrupt native ecosystems and wreak havoc on crops and landscapes in Pennsylvania. Penn State experts will be on hand to discuss the current status of various invasive pests, identification methods and strategies for managing infestations
A series of presentations also will take place in the building’s theater area:
- 11 a.m. — New World Screwworm Detected in the U.S.: What Livestock Producers Need to Know
- 11:30 a.m. — Agricultural Challenges on the Horizon: Research on Emerging Issues
- 12:30 p.m. — Navigating Health Insurance in Today’s Economy
Wednesday, Aug. 12
- 11 a.m. — New World Screwworm Detected in the U.S.: What Livestock Producers Need to Know
- 11:30 a.m. — Innovations in Regenerative Agriculture: Impacts and Opportunities
- 12:00 p.m. — Update on Spotted Lanternfly in the Lake Erie Grape Belt Region
- 12:30 p.m. — Navigating Health Insurance in Today’s Economy
Thursday, Aug. 13
- 11 a.m. — New World Screwworm Detected in the US: What Livestock Producers Need to Know
- 11:30 a.m. — AI in Agriculture: Developing Tools and Applications for Future Food Systems
- 12:30 p.m. — Navigating Health Insurance in Today’s Economy
Sponsored by Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences, Ag Progress Days is held at the Russell E. Larson Agricultural Research Center at Rock Springs, located 9 miles southwest of State College on Route 45. Admission and parking are free. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 11; 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Aug. 12; and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 13. Admission and parking are free
For more information, visit the Ag Progress Days website. X users can find and share information about the event by using the hashtag #agprogressdays, and the event also can be found on Facebook (@AgProgressDays)
Last Updated July 10, 2026
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