Julie Borlaug to Present AIM Keynote Address
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Join President-Elect Sherry Hunt at the General Session of the 2025 Annual International Meeting as she introduces keynote speaker Julie Borlaug, Borlaug Consulting, and her presentation, "Stronger Together: Telling Our Stories, Shaping Our Future."
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Leadership Connections in the Lone-Star State
ASABE President-Elect Designee Travis Tsunemori hosted Executive Director Cedric Calhoun at Kubota’s US headquarters and proving grounds. Taking advantage of a personal trip Calhoun had taken to the DFW area, the two discussed ASABE strategies and the upcoming ASABE Annual International Meeting.
While there, Calhoun had the opportunity to operate some Kubota equipment—and didn't pass up the occasion to enjoy some of Tsunemori's favorite local barbecue. |
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Nominations Sought for Society Leadership
With the close of the 2025 elections and new officers poised to take their positions at the close of the annual meeting in July, it's time to prepare for the 2026 leadership ballot.
Nominees are being sought for president-elect and three trustee positions. Open nominating positions include E-2050, EOPD, ESH, PAFS, District 1, District 3, and District 5. Those on the Nominating committee will be thoughtfully securing candidates for the slate presented in January 2026 for ballot by general membership. The committee comprises representatives for each of the Society's technical and geographic units, as well as the international membership. The staggered terms are for two years.
Those wishing to suggest nominations are encouraged to submit names and supporting materials to a member of the Nominating committee by July 1.
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ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL MEETING
July 13 –16, 2025
Toronto, Ontario
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Online registration is now closed, but we open on-site AIM registration Sunday, July 13, in Toronto!
If you are already registered for AIM, check out the list of options and see what you may have missed!
- The private tour to Niagara Falls is a GO! We will continue to sell tickets until sold out!
- The sold-out Sunset Cruise on the Harbour has limited tickets added for the cruise only—grab these if you are interested, but you will need to arrange your own transportation.
- Holland Marsh Agricultural DrainageTour has also increased capacity and now includes a box lunch, sponsored by LICO, as you head to your first destination!
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- Friends of the Foundation Event – Tickets for this are still available! Held at the beautiful Arcadian Loft, just a short, walkable distance from the Sheraton Centre.
Also on the schedule:
- Continuing Professional Development Courses - all are eligible for PDH credits
- Committee Meetings
- Socials, Networking, and More
- Technical Schedule
Watch for the updated technical presentation schedule to post soon with details of all the sessions with presentations and times.
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First Time at AIM? We Have an App for That!
Is this your first time at an ASABE meeting? Our orientation tool helps navigate you through our packed programming options directly to the technical sessions, committee meetings, and social events that match your interests.
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Our Host Hotel
All of #ASABE25 is under a singular, beautiful roof: the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel. All technical sessions, socials, committee meetings, and more will be held here unless stated otherwise. Rooms are available until June 25 or until sold out at the discounted group rate. |
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Make your travel in and out of Canada as smooth as possible. Start by checking out the guidance offered by the Canadian Help Centre.
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Showcase your company in the spotlight at AIM! There are many options and we customize!
Connect with Liz Metts with questions.
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It's elementary, dear Watson
You can have fun and be a friend of the ASABE Foundation
Tuesday, July 15 – 7 pm
You can still purchase tickets!
Register onsite or email Liz Metts using the button below!
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March 15–18, 2026
Transilvania, Romania
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The call for abstracts has opened for the climate symposium being co-hosted with the Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania!
Join us March 15-18, 2026, in Romania for this climate themed symposium. A full list of session topics is available now.
Show your support and attend the event by becoming a sponsor or exhibitor. Contact Liz Metts with questions or more details.
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| Show your support and attend the event by becoming a sponsor or exhibitor. Contact Liz Metts with questions or more details. |
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Calling ASABE's
Rising Leaders
Are you 34 or under and looking to get more involved in ASABE? Nominations are open for YPC Executive Committee positions through July 9! Make your voice heard, grow as a leader, and help shape the future of ASABE.
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Helping You Succeed: PE Exam Prep
 Are you planning to take the Ag and Bio PE exam in October? Good news, ASABE's PE prep season has begun! We're holding study sessions throughout the summer. Find session details on the events calendar.
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NC State Makes It Two in a Row
North Carolina State University made it two in a row, as the Pack Pullers claimed top honors in the ASABE International 1/4-Scale Tractor Student Design Competition. The team enjoyed their first-ever win in 2024.
Finishing in a tie for second place were Kansas State University and South Dakota State University. Rounding out the top five were the University of Kentucky, in fourth place, and Purdue University, in fifth. This year’s competition drew 23 teams from the U.S. and Canada and included a first-time competitor, Oregon State University.
Find a full wrap-up here.
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Welcome, Student Leaders to AIM
Join us in extending a warm welcome to the 2025 cohort of the Student Rally Leadership Networking Program (SRLNP), who will be attending this year's annual meeting. These young leaders from the California/Nevada region, the Southeast region, and the Midwest region represent schools that will host the coming year’s rallies and schools with nascent student branches.
Special acknowledgment goes to the 2026 regional rally host schools (UC Davis, University of Arkansas, and Purdue University) as well as the 2025 “most deserving” or “up-and-coming” schools (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, NC A&T, and University of Kentucky). The SRLNP organizing committee is grateful to the schools and to the ASABE KEYS fund for providing student travel support.
In photo: 2024 SRLNP cohort
Now in its fourth year, the SRLNP impacts on increasing leadership capabilities among ASABE's student community are striking. Students come away with a broader understanding of the profession, a greater appreciation of professional development opportunities within the Society, and promising ideas for energizing their home branches.
Interested in learning more about the program? Attend the P-131 committee meeting during AIM for more information and to meet the 2025 SRLNP student leaders.
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New Podcasts from ASABE
Enjoy the latest from The Lead with ASABE. Recently dropped episodes include:
- Robotic Blackberry Harvesting – Parts 1 & 2
- Energy Use Efficiency for Indoor Plant Environment
- Remote Sensing Allows Farmers to View Their Fields from Home
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YOUR MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
Did You Know. . .
 ASABE members enjoy substantial discounts on:
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COMING UP
Member Events
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Cheers to the 2025 Honorees
Be sure to make time in your annual meeting itinerary to help us celebrate our major-award winners and 2025 Class of Fellows.
 The Fellows induction ceremony will take place Monday, July 14, at 6 pm. Award winners will be honored at the luncheon on Wednesday, July 16, at 12:30 pm. Both events are included in your meeting registration.
Did you miss the announcement? Here's the complete list of honorees.
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In Memoriam
F. Spencer Givens
F. Spencer Givens III, 83, Thursday, February 20, 2025, in Jamesville, New York.
Born in Richmond, Virginia, Givens graduated from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech). He dedicated his career to agricultural engineering and equipment sales and marketing. In 1991, he founded AgCore, Inc., and ran the farm and equipment sales business for 31 years. Prior to that, he worked for M.J. Flynn, Inc., Niagara Mohawk Power Corp., Public Service Indiana, and the Tennessee Valley Authority.
Spencer was deeply involved in agricultural and environmental leadership. He served as chair of the Onondaga County Soil and Water Conservation Board of Directors and president of the Onondaga County Farmland Protection Board. He was also a graduate of the first class of the Empire State Food and Agricultural Leadership Institute at Cornell University (LeadNY). He was active in ASABE and NABEC.
Givens was a 60-year member of ASABE.
Full obituary
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