Sustainable Futures: Community Engagement at CSU Spur
Explore state-of-the-art facilities and groundbreaking research in agriculture, food systems, and water resources
Naturally Colorado will be joining up with the CSU Spur to host a special event on the Sunday before New Hope Network’s first annual Newtopia Now. Newtopia Now is a new kind of B2B trade event where brands and buyers connect in new ways and are empowered to co-create the next era of purpose-led CPG and retail through a deeper level of engagement.
On Sunday, August 25th, Newtopia Now attendees are invited to CSU Spur’s state-of-the-art facilities to explore groundbreaking research in agriculture, food systems, and water resources. Guests will experience 4 activations around the Terra Building, showcasing CPG innovations where they can also network with industry leaders and gain insights to navigate the CPG Industry.
Preview of the 4 activations:
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Green Roof, presented by Dr. Jen Bousselot (Assistant Professor of Horticulture, Colorado State University) Activation/topic of discussion/focus: Visit an innovative solution for unused spaces in urban areas – green roofs and rooftop solar – combined!
- MARC (Metropolitan Ag Research Center)/ Greenhouse, presented by Dr. Jake Holley (Manager & Research Scientist at MARC, CSU Spur) Activation/topic of discussion/focus: Come learn about Controlled Environment Agriculture and the future of year-round greenhouse food production. We will explore the various methods of growing everything from leafy greens, cucumbers, strawberries, to the future of sustainable fertilizers.
- Ardent Mills Teaching and Culinary Center, presented by Dr. Caitlin Clark (Senior Food Scientist, Food Innovation Center, CSU Spur) Activation/topic of discussion: Learn about finding suppliers, ingredient formulation, a look into product development
- Plant Diagnostic Clinic, presented by Dr. Ana Cristina Fulladolsa (Director, Plant Diagnostic Clinic, CSU Spur) Activation/topic of discussion/focus: Learn how the plant diagnostic clinic helps keep Colorado plants healthy and get a chance to view samples of plants and their foes.
This event is now sold out. Please check back for an event recap in early September.
Location:
4777 National Western Dr, Denver, CO 80216
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