Corteva Symposia Series
Working with students at universities around the world to stimulate discussions about agriculture.
Reaching the next generation of scientists since 2008
The next generation of scientists will play a pivotal role in overcoming agricultural challenges. Through the Symposia Series, Corteva Agriscience works directly with the best and brightest students at universities around the world to stimulate discussions about the future of agriculture. Our objective is to arm future scientists with key organizational and management skills and expose them to a diversity of career opportunities in agriculture.
About Our Program
What it is
The Corteva Symposia Series is a global network of student-organized and driven scientific symposia, hosted by leading academic and research institutions.
What it does
The series provides opportunities for the next generation of scientists to plan, host and attend events, tailored to their areas of interest, which include experts from the public and private sectors.
What it covers
Each symposium may include presentations by leading agricultural and plant science researchers, student presentations, workshops, poster sessions, roundtable discussions, and networking opportunities.
How to participate
Sessions are typically free, accessible to the general public and often offered via webinar. Registration information is available at the webpage for each symposium.
How it is funded
Symposia are primarily funded by Corteva; however, student organizers are encouraged to solicit additional sponsorships from their departments, universities, and other organizations.
By the numbers
Since 2008:
30-40 events held each year
150 events at 60 institutions in 16 countries on six continents
30,000 estimated in-person participants, plus many more through live streams and replays
Corteva Symposia Series 2024
To view the schedule of future events, including registration (in-person and webinar), click on the links below. Outstanding details on specific events will be provided as soon as they become available.
- University of Florida, Jan 22
- Texas A&M University, Feb 15
- Ohio State University, Feb 29
- University of Missouri, March 7
- Southern African Plant Breeding Conference, March 9-13
- Washington State University, March 18
- Iowa State University, March 22
- Cornell University, April 12
- University of California, Davis, April 12
- University of Nebraska, April 29
- University of California, Riverside, May 15
- University of Georgia, May 22
- Yale University, June 5
- American Chemical Society, Aug 19
- University of Illinois, Aug 30
- Universidade Federal de Lavras, Sept 4-6
- Universidade de São Paulo-ESALQ, Oct 1-3
- Colorado State University, Oct 4
- Wageningen University, GxExM, Oct 30-31
- Biological Solutions for Sustainable Ag (virtual, Brazil), Nov 11
- Universidade de Viçosa, Nov 12-13
- INTA/Universidad de Cordoba Argentina Symposium, Nov 15
- University of Wisconsin, Nov 15
- Universidade Federal de Goiás, Dec 1
- University of Maryland, Eastern Shore, Dec 5
- Louisiana State University, Dec 6
- Michigan State University, Dec 13
How to get involved
Contact Jason Rauscher, Academic Relations Manager for more information or to explore opportunities at your university.