Third Sea to Soil Symposium at Stony Brook University

Exploring the intersection between marine and terrestrial agriculture, economy, environment, climate change, and beyond

Southampton, NY – Join us for the 2025 Sea to Soil Symposium, to be held on Friday, May 2, 2025, in Southampton, NY. Resilient agriculture, climate adaptations, and sustainable food systems are at the center of this signature program, designed in collaboration with the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences.

This edition explores the powerful connection between regenerative agriculture and restorative aquaculture in coastal foodscapes. The event begins with a VIP boat excursion available to sponsors, a marketplace and a series of insightful talks at the Duke Lecture Hall on the Stony Brook Southampton Campus at 39 Tuckahoe Road, Southampton. Speakers include:

• Paul Greenberg, the keynote speaker, is an award-winning author and environmental journalist. Greenberg’s work on sustainable seafood, climate change, and food systems (Four Fish, The Climate Diet) makes complex global issues both accessible and compelling.
• Chris Gobler, Ph.D., Endowed Chair of Coastal Ecology and Conservation, is a leading Professor at the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences at Stony Brook University.
• Sue Wicks, founder of Violet Cove Oyster Co., has a fascinating journey from former WNBA all star athlete turned oyster farmer.
• Terry Nipp is a senior research scientist at Texas A&M Blackland Center and AgMIP Director for Policy and Development.
• Tela Troge, Shinnecock Tribal Member, specializes in Kelp farming.

FoodLab is an incubator, fostering innovation through education, hands-on learning experiences, and radical partnerships. Positioned to become an important hub dedicated to food-related challenges through advancing regenerative practices, workforce training, and ecological stewardship, FoodLab aims to drive sustainable, equitable, and resilient food systems. “From the depths of our oceans to the roots of our soil, the future of food depends on how we care for the systems that sustain us,” says Judiann Carmack-Fayyaz, Director of FoodLab, adding: “the Sea to Soil Summit is where science, storytelling, and stewardship meet to shape a more resilient world.”

An exclusive culinary experience will complete the event. Additional details and registration (coming soon) are available at www.thefoodlab.org  Sea to Soil Symposium sponsorships are available, please contact Judiann Carmack-Fayyaz, judiann.carmack-fayyaz@stonybrook.edu.

About Food Lab: 

FoodLab at Stony Brook University is dedicated to developing a self-sustaining educational ecosystem that combines academic rigor, community engagement, and practical experience in sustainable food production. With a focus on interdisciplinary and experiential learning, FoodLab serves as a unique educational resource for students, educators, and community members interested in food production, nutrition, and environmental stewardship.