November 14, 2018
15 underutilized crops for improving the lives of smallholder farm families - Josh Jamison
Despite the incredible diversity of useful plants that exist, a small handful of crops feed the majority of the world...
The 30th Annual ECHO® International Agriculture Conference
2023
Conference Dates
Announced
November 7-9, 2023 The ECHO® International Agriculture Conference
Why Attend?
For twenty-nine years, ECHO has brought together networks of like-minded individuals devoted to eradicating hunger and improving lives through agriculture and community development. We are thrilled to invite you to this in-person event from November 7th-9th in Fort Myers, Florida. Come learn, contribute, and network at the 30th International Agriculture Conference where speakers share about agricultural challenges, personal experiences, and strategies for improving the lives of millions who daily face food insecurity.
What to expect from this year's conference:
- World-class keynote speakers
- Interactive afternoon workshops on ECHO’s Global Farm
- Evening Breakout Sessions sharing innovative techniques and approaches
Who Should Attend?
This conference will especially benefit current or aspiring international agricultural development workers. At this conference, you will get to network with professionals who share your context and your passions!
- Short-term or career missionaries
- National community leaders and farmers
- Leaders of development/relief-oriented organizations
- University undergraduate, graduate students and professors
- International project volunteers (e.g. Peace Corps)
When
Tuesday - Thursday November 7-9, 2023Where
Fort Myers, Florida ECHO Global Farm
Conference Resources
Video
What does an ECHO International Agriculture Conference look like?
Check out these videos from previous year's morning plenary speakers:
November 13, 2018
Low cost plant parasitic nematode management strategies - Dr. Ben Dube
Simple and yet effective agronomic practices for most vegetable crops that discourage the buildup of plant - parasitic nematodes and other soil borne pathogens in the soil...
November 15, 2017
Post-conflict Agriculture
As development practitioners, researchers, and changemakers we are confronted by situations in which armed conflict has torn apart the physical and social structures of societies. Smallholder farmers are deeply impacted...
Join Our Community
The resources and networking opportunities that make the ECHO International Agriculture Conference unique are available year-round through ECHOcommunity.org
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Conference App
Attendee Profile List
Let other attendees know who you are, where you work, and projects and interests. Find and connect with other delegates who may be working in your geographic or interest area.
Community Board
Connect with other delegates through discussion of important topics. Ask and respond to questions, and connect with Conference administrators.
Virtual Meet
Connect one-on-one with a delegate through the Virtual Meet option. Suggest a meeting with someone who you want to get to know more and directly connect through the app.
Utilize the Community Board and Attendee Profile and identify people that you want to follow up with.
