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Jose Named to World Agriculture Forum Global Council

By Michelle Enger

Shibu Jose, associate dean of research and director of the Missouri Agricultural Experiment Station, has been named a member of the Global Council of the World Agriculture Forum (WAF).

Based in The Netherlands, WAF envisions a transformative future where global agriculture is defined by boundless innovation, dynamic growth, unparalleled productivity and unwavering sustainability. Among its goals is to act as a dynamic convergence platform for regional and global bodies to boost trade and cooperation.

Source : missouri.edu

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