The evolution of agroecology as a practice, a research discipline, and a social movement

What does agroecology mean? How is it practiced? Who are the holders / creators of agroecological knowledge? What are the exciting questions or recent advances in agroecology research?

A panel of experts will give 5 minute "lightning talks" on their interpretation of the evolution of agroecology as a practice, research discipline, and social movement. Q&A session to follow.

Speakers

• Ana Elisa Pérez-Quintero (La Colmena Cimmarona, Vieques, Puerto Rico)
• Charles Francis (University of Nebraska)
• Julie Grossman (University of Minnesota)
• John Vandermeer (University of Michigan)
• Ernesto Mendez (University of Vermont)
• Aidee Guzman (UC Berkeley)