Fundamental change in American agriculture is no longer an option — it’s an absolute necessity, says John Ikerd. One road to the future promises to fix the ecological, social and economic problems of today’s agri-food system with new biological, digital and mechanical technologies. The other road promises to avoid today’s problems by creating food and farming systems that are inherently resilient, regenerative and socially responsible.

The ag economist, author and professor emeritus at the University of Missouri will explain how no-tilling has a different path on each of these divergent roads. He’ll discuss and compare the environmental, social, and economic implications of each road — including how they impact soil erosion, water quality, greenhouse gas emissions, carbon sequestration, economic opportunity, and quality of life for farmers and people in rural communities. Which road will you choose?