April 1, 2025
Ag Accuracy: Addressing Misinformation in the Digital Age (Panel Discussion)
K-State Social Media Week 2025
Panel discussion on Wednesday, April 9 --
Topic: Ag Accuracy: Addressing Misinformation in the Digital Age
Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Location: McVay Family Town Hall, Leadership Studies Building
or via Zoom: https://ksu.zoom.us/j/94102382746?pwd=ad7B4rLASyPhambA2wP6Jj8Nhe7wtP.1
Presented by: K-State's Department of Communications and Agricultural Education
In an era of information overload, misinformation about farming practices and food production spreads rapidly across various media platforms, influencing public perception, consumer trust, and industry practices. This expert panel will explore amplification of agricultural misinformation through multiple media ecosystems, examining its impact on farmers, producers, and consumers. Our experts will also discuss the role of scientific and media literacy in combating misinformation, as well as potential collaborations between agricultural scientists, government agencies, and social media platforms to ensure accuracy in agricultural communication.
For more details, please visit: https://www.k-state.edu/media-communication/about/events/social-media-week.html