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A recent CAES study shows that consumers want retailers to provide basic information about the environmental impacts of local food when purchasing food online. CAES News
Consumer interest in sustainability should influence how retailers market local food
Two recently published studies by University of Georgia researchers show that the consumers surveyed believe buying local is a more sustainable option, but they also value the convenience of online shopping and prefer that retailers provide basic information about the environmental impact of local products in the digital marketplace. Driven by increasing consumer interest in buying local and concerns about the impact of agricultural production systems on a changing climate, the studies were based on data from a web-based survey about consumer interest in sustainability, information about food production and online marketing preferences.
Exterior of the Administration Building front entrance on a blue sky spring day. CAES News
Newest round of Presidential Interdisciplinary Seed Grants awarded
Ten university-wide projects devoted to advancing interdisciplinary research across multiple application areas have been awarded Presidential Interdisciplinary Seed Grants as part of the 2023 cohort. The Presidential Interdisciplinary Seed Grant Program was launched in 2017 and offered again in 2019 and 2021 through a partnership between the offices of Research and Public Service and Outreach. These 10 awards were chosen from 70 proposals and reflect a commitment of $1 million from UGA President Jere W. Morehead.
Students walk from Conner Hall on Cedar Street in 1956. (Photo courtesy of Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library/University of Georgia Libraries) CAES News
Putting the science in Ag Hill
The face of Ag Hill is changing, with millions of dollars in capital improvements and new facilities in the works, and both the University of Georgia and the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences are committed to supporting the mission and the tradition the hill represents. Now known as Science and Ag Hill to recognize the location as a hub for a variety of related disciplines on South Campus — including agricultural, poultry and food sciences as well as chemistry, biology, physics, statistics, geography and geology — the area holds both academic and historic significance.

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Please join us to learn about the opportunities available through the Fulbright U.S. Student Program. The Fulbright program covers all costs associated with travel, room and board, insurance – as well as other items like book/research allowances, enrichment activities, language student and sometimes tuition. Maria de Rocher, Assistant Dean and Director of Student Engagement Programming for the Morehead Honors College and Fulbright U.S. Student Program Adviser, will provide information about opportunities for U.S. students (undergraduate and graduate) to pursue graduate study, conduct research, or teach English Abroad with a Fulbright Fellowship. Please note the Fulbright U.S. Student Program is only open to U.S. citizens.
Mar 26
5:30PM - 6:30PM Fulbright U.S. Student Info Session Poultry Science, ATHENS, GA
The 2024 Flavor of Georgia Food Product Contest is on Thursday, April 4, 2024 at the Classic Center in Athens, GA. Join us for the Reception and Awards Ceremony from 4:00pm - 6:00pm. Tickets to attend can be purchased for $20.00. Tickets are required for access. The reception is a great opportunity to sample the products and meet the Flavor of Georgia Finalists. At the 2024 reception, there will be three finalists from each of the twelve product categories. Be sure to join us for this fun and exciting gastronomic experience! Products may not be purchased or sold during Flavor of Georgia. Immediately following the reception will be the 2024 Flavor of Georgia Awards Ceremony. All attendees are invited to watch as winners are selected from each of the twelve categories, leading up to the awarding of the 2024 Flavor of Georgia Grand Prize. Tickets are required for entry to the award ceremony as well.  Flavor of Georgia tickets do not include parking fees at the Classic Center.
Apr 04
4:00PM - 6:00PM 2024 Flavor of Georgia Classic Center, Athens, GA
Join us for an esteemed celebration of excellence at the UGA CAES Alumni Association Awards and Georgia Agricultural Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. Taking place on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at The Classic Center in Athens, GA, the event kicks off with registration at 11:00 a.m., followed by the prestigious awards and luncheon at 12:00 p.m. Embrace the spirit of achievement as we honor outstanding alumni and induct remarkable individuals into the Georgia Agricultural Hall of Fame. Don't miss this opportunity to commemorate the legacy of excellence in agriculture and connect with fellow enthusiasts in the heart of Georgia's historic agricultural hub.    
Apr 06
11:00AM - 2:00PM UGA CAES Alumni Association Awards and Georgia Agricultural Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Georgia Center For Continuing Education, ATHENS, GA
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