Space Ag 2024

Space Ag 2024

Exploring advanced agriculture technologies in space.

Date and time

Thursday, October 24 · 12 - 5pm CDT

Location

Memorial Union, University of North Dakota

2901 University Ave Grand Forks, ND 58202 United States

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event
Eventbrite's fee is nonrefundable.

Agenda

7:30 AM - 12:00 PM

SBIR/STTR: DOD Overview & NASA Essentials Workshop


Register for this free event here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sbirsttr-dod-overview-nasa-essentials-tickets-1021642890387

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

SpaceConnect Workshop


Information coming.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

UND Lunar Habitat Tour


Information coming. Weather permitting.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Lunch

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Space Ag Conference

6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

"The Martian" Movie Screening at the UND Atmospherium


Featuring special guest Paul Lockhart, an American aerospace engineer, retired United States Air Force colonel and NASA astronaut (veteran of two Space Shuttle missions).

About this event

  • Event lasts 5 hours

Join us on October 24th for Grand Farm's fourth annual Space Ag Conference, where we will dive — or shall we say, launch — into the cutting-edge advancements in agriculture technology designed to revolutionize both space and Earth. By tackling the unique challenges of space agriculture, we unlock innovative solutions that can transform our agricultural practices here on our home planet.


Our global production systems are undergoing a significant transformation towards sustainable practices and enhanced food security. Space agriculture holds the promise of helping farmers achieve higher crop yields while using less land and energy. This conference is your chance to envision a bold future for agriculture and explore the limitless possibilities that space technology offers.


This conference will also be streamed virtually.


Goals of the Conference:

  • Inspire Innovation: Encourage the next generation of thinkers and doers to dream big.
  • Explore Possibilities: Investigate agricultural advancements through the unique perspective of space
  • Foster Collaboration: Accelerate innovation through collaborative efforts with NASA and the space industry
  • Address Challenges: Understand and tackle the unique hurdles of space agriculture.


Audience:

  • Startup Founders: Innovators driving the future of AgTech.
  • Government Contractors and Officials: Key players in the development and implementation of space and agriculture policies.
  • Students and Educators: High school and college students passionate about agriculture and space, seeking educational opportunities and career pathways.


Schedule + Speakers:

Click here to visit grandfarm.com to view the full schedule + speakers!


SBIR/STTR: DOD Overview & NASA Essentials

Are you attending Space Ag and interested in securing SBIR/STTR funding? Join UND's Center of Innovation for an interactive workshop that reviews the mission and goals of the NASA and the Department of Defense (DOD) SBIR/STTR Programs the morning of October 24th from 7:30 am - 1 pm. The session will provide a detailed overview of two major SBIR agencies.Review their funding priorities and application processes, alongside guidance on assembling a project team to get the work done. Lunch provided!

REGISTER FOR THIS FREE WORKSHOP HERE


Questions?

If you are interested in getting involved, please email Andrew Jason at andrewj@grandfarm.com.


About Grand Farm:

Grand Farm, energized by Emerging Prairie, aims to accelerate research and innovation into technologies that will be present on the farm of the future - impacting North Dakota, the United States, and the world by solving challenges within the agriculture industry and developing new opportunities.

Learn more at www.grandfarm.com.

Organized by

Grand Farm, energized by Emerging Prairie, capitalizes on the region’s potential and expertise in the agriculture and technology industries. We are a collaborative network of growers, corporations, startups, educators, researchers, government and investors working together to solve problems in agriculture through technology and innovation.

$50 – $275