(S5:E13) Cultivating Connections: Leading Extension Across Diverse Agricultural Systems

In this episode Ed interviews Dr. Rachel Vann of the University of Illinois. They talk about Rachel's experiences with extension in different regions as well as her work with the science for success program Additional Resources https://resources.ipmcenters.org/resource.cfm?rid=45271&vid=30391 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D0Y18p4N_UI&feature=youtu.be   Time Stamps 00:00 Introduction to Dr. Rachel Van and Her Journey 06:15 Exploring the Science for Success Program 11:44 Key Takeaways from Science for Success 16:28 Transitioning from North Carolina to Illinois Extension 21:54 Comparing Agronomic Practices in North Carolina and Illinois 22:22 Comparative Agronomic Systems: North Carolina vs. Illinois 26:14 Building Relationships in Extension Programs 31:53 Research Focus: Transitioning from North Carolina to Illinois 36:52 Advice for Transitioning: Making a Move 42:46 Communicating Extension to the Public 45:12 outro with logo.mp4 Zaworski, E. (Host) and Vann, R. (Interviewee). S5:E13 (Podcast). Cultivating Connections: Leading Extension Across Diverse Agricultural Systems. 7/8/2026. In I See Dead Plants. Crop Protection Network.   Transcript