Special Events

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Join us for Special Events at the 2023 AFCC Conference​

 

With your paid reservation for the 2023 AFCC Conference, you are invited to all of the following events!

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Symposiums

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Sunday, November 12, 1:30 to 3:30 PM ET

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• Progress Towards a U.S. Carbon Intensity Label – RiverView 1

• The Importance of Standards for Synthetic Biology and Industrial Biotechnology – RiverView 2

• Hydrogen Hubs: Building a Consumer Base and Enabling Adoption – RiverView 5

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United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Leadership Presentations

 

Sunday, November 12, (3:30 to 5:00 PM)

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• 3:30pm - Introductory Remarks, Master of Ceremony - Douglas Faulkner, President and Founder Leatherstocking, LLC

• 3:35pm - Rural Development Initiatives - Dr. Karama Neal, USDA Rural

• Business - Cooperative Service, Administrator

• 3:55pm - USDA Climate Change Strategy - Tony Radich, USDA Office of The Chief Economist (OCE), Agricultural Economist

• 4:15pm – Opportunities for U.S. Agriculture to Support U.S. Foreign Policy Globally – Jeanne Bailey, USDA Foreign Agriculture Service (FAS), Deputy Administrator

• 4:35pm - Institute of Bioenergy, Climate, and Environment - Kevin Kephart, Deputy Director, USDA The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA); Toby Ahrens, National Program Leader, Agricultural Bioproducts, USDA, NIFA

• 4:55pm - Adjourn - Douglas Faulkner, President and Founder Leatherstocking, LLC

• 5:00pm - Welcome Reception – Lower Atrium Eastern Shore 2

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Welcoming Reception

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Join our kick-off event for the first AFCC Global Biobased Economy Conference & Exhibit. 

Hors d'oeuvres and drinks will be passed around.

Catch up with colleagues and make new connections at this networking event.

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• 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Sunday, November 12

• Lower Atrium Eastern Shore 2

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Grand Exhibit Hall Reception

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The Grand Hall Reception is centrally located in the heart of the exhibit floor. This is a perfect opportunity to network with global attendees over inspired food and drinks.

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You will be able to see all of the new and innovative ideas in the field of industrial biotechnology, chat with exhibitors and network with other attendees.

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In addition you'll be able to meet and discuss innovative technological advancements with poster presenters.

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• 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Monday November 13

• Eastern Shore Exhibit Hall and Lower Atrium Lobby Area

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Continental Breakfast

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On both days at the conference, Monday and Tuesday, a full breakfast buffet including a selection of coffees and teas will be available.

• Monday and Tuesday in the Plenary Programs

• River View Ballroom

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Lunch

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On both days at the conference, Monday and Tuesday, lunch will be available including a selection of coffees, teas and sodas will be available.

• Monday and Tuesday

• River View Ballrooom

 

Refreshment Breaks

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On both days at the conference, Monday and Tuesday, snacks, sodas, water, coffee and tea will be available at every morning and afternoon break. More networking opportunities!

• Monday and Tuesday inside the Eastern Shore Exhibit Hall

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