Daniel Foster

Daniel Foster is an Associate Professor in the Department of Agricultural Economics, Sociology and Education at the Pennsylvania State University's College of Agricultural Sciences. His work bridges agricultural education, sustainable development, and digital knowledge sharing. He is affiliated with key initiatives such as the Youth Food Lab and the Global Teach Ag Network, contributing to national and international efforts in educator development and agrifood systems innovation.

His research focuses on educator professional development, communities of practice, and education for sustainable development. He explores how digital platforms and social media facilitate knowledge exchange among agricultural educators and youth. His interests include discourse analysis in online agricultural communities, technology use in youth farming, and improving access to research-based agricultural information.

The recent publications highlight a strong trend in leveraging digital tools for agricultural education and community engagement. His work spans from analyzing Twitter networks in agricultural discourse to evaluating technology use among youth in farm settings and developing online extension systems like eApples. These efforts reflect a consistent commitment to innovation in agricultural knowledge dissemination and youth empowerment.

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Daniel Foster actively contributes to educational programs and research grants focused on agricultural extension and global learning. He mentors students and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, particularly through the Youth Food Lab and Global Teach Ag Network. These initiatives support teacher development, youth engagement in food systems, and international collaboration in agricultural education.

He is involved with the Youth Food Lab at Penn State, a hub for youth-led innovation in food systems, and the Global Teach Ag Network, which advances agricultural educator development. These teams emphasize participatory learning, professional communities, and scalable educational models for sustainable development.