Join this open forum discussion to interact with your peers while exploring current issues facing consumer horticulture research and programming both nationally and internationally. The board of the Consumer Horticulture and Master Gardener Interest Group will serve as hosts for the session. The purpose of the discussion is to network with peers and to stay current in this evolving field of work. Climate change, soil erosion and quality, invasive species and preservation of native plants and food deserts are all open for discussion. Target audience issues such as generation differences in information sources and engagement are also important topics. All those working in any aspect of the field of consumer horticulture are encouraged to participate. Different perspectives from a broad stakeholder group with varying viewpoints are need for impactful and rich dialog.
Speakers: Consumer Horticulture and Master Gardner (CHMG) Interest Group Board Gerald Burgner, Chair, Texas A&M Natalie Bumgarner, Vice Chair, University of Tennessee Ruth Carll, Secretary, Rutgers
Friday August 1, 2025 1:45pm - 3:45pm CDT Strand 12A
