The Western Growers Center for Innovation & Technology, California Department of Food and Agriculture and Bakersfield College have partnered to host AgTechX Ed – a half-day event dedicated to developing the next generation of tech-savvy agricultural workers.

The AgTechX Ed Summit at Bakersfield College will be comprised of 3 panels, covering topics including: industry issues and skill identification; education and workforce development strategies; and current and future workforce needs on the farm.

This event is part of the AgTechX Ed Initiative – a statewide effort, led by Western Growers and California Department of Food and Agriculture Secretary Karen Ross, to cultivate a future workforce with the skills and knowledge needed to navigate emerging on-farm technology.

Register Here for the event to help us develop the skills of tomorrow TODAY!

Details:

May 16th, 2023

Time: 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Location: 1801 Panorama Dr.

Bakersfield, CA 93305

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