FOREIGN AND DOMESTIC THREATS TO AGRICULTURE
Monday, July 20, 2026 • 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Virtual Microsoft Teams Meeting
Agriculture is a critical sector that supports food security, economic stability, and public health. However, it faces a wide range of threats from both foreign and domestic sources. Mr. Nathan Smoots, Special Agent Bomb Technician and WMD/C-UAS Coordinator with FBI Norfolk, will discuss how to protect agriculture enterprises showing that it requires a comprehensive approach involving government agencies, farmers, scientists, and international partners. Addressing both foreign and domestic threats is essential to ensure long-term food security and economic resilience. This workshop will examine the nature of these threats, their potential impacts, and strategies for prevention, mitigation, and response.
For more information, please contact Ben Dukes at (804) 731-7916 or bdukes@vsu.edu
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