Raymond F. Baker Plant Breeding Symposium
Hosted by the Department of Agronomy at Iowa State University
2025 Symposium
Transformative Research: Pushing the Genetic Frontiers of Plant Breeding
The Plant Breeding and Genetics Graduate Student Club proudly announces the 12th annual Raymond F. Baker Plant Breeding Symposium!
Date: March 14, 2025
Where
The symposium will take place in person at Iowa State University's Alumni Center. Come and join us!
Address: 429 Alumni Ln, Ames, IA 50011
There will also be a virtual option with streaming available over WebEx. The WebEx link for the symposium can be found on this page on the day of the symposium.
WEBEX: https://iastate.webex.com/iastate/j.php?MTID=m51ba520b9c07950c5604105ff3737b88
Registration
The registration for the symposium is now available; registration for both in person and virtual attendance will open January 6, 2025. Registration will be free for both in person and virtual attendees.
Register here.
Deadlines
In person registration: March 10, 2025
Virtual registration: March 14, 2025
Poster abstract submission: February 28, 2025
Student speaker consideration abstract submission: February 19, 2025 - EXTENDED!
Pre-Symposium Workshop (for students only): March 10, 2025
Please contact Vencke and Joseph, the co-chairs of the committee, with any questions regarding the symposium.
Register Now!

Workshop
Pre-Symposium Workshop: Navigating Your Future
Date: March 13, 2025, 12:30 - 5 PM
Location: Campanile Room, Memorial Union, Iowa State University
Register now! Deadline is March 10, 2025
Why Attend?
- Career Exploration: Engage with professionals from Academia, Industry, and Non-Profit.
- Career Preparation: Get practical tips on LinkedIn profile, resumes, and CVs from Grad College Career Service, and perspectives directly from hiring managers.
- Networking: Connect with professionals and peers to build valuable relationships for your future.
