- Ph.D, Plant & Soil Science, University of Vermont, 2015
- M.S., Plant & Soil Science, University of Vermont, 2011
- B.S., Plant & Soil Science, University of Vermont, 1996
BIO
My research and outreach program is designed to address sustainability issues in the specialty crop industries in Vermont, particularly apples and grapes. Specific program areas include: technical support to address horticultural and pest management needs of Vermont fruit growers; assessment of organic fruit production systems; grape cultivar evaluation; assessment of apple production systems for hard cider markets; and alternative fertilization programs in vegetable production.
Courses
Diversified Farm Planning ALE 3090
Diversified Farm Operations ALE 3100
Cold Climate Viticulture ALE 2200
Sustainable Orchard Management ALE 3210
Agriculture Policy & Ethics ALE 3080
Publications
Awards and Achievements
North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture (NACTA) Educator Award. 2022.
Area(s) of expertise
Tree Fruit & Viticulture, Horticulture, Integrated Pest Management
Bio
My research and outreach program is designed to address sustainability issues in the specialty crop industries in Vermont, particularly apples and grapes. Specific program areas include: technical support to address horticultural and pest management needs of Vermont fruit growers; assessment of organic fruit production systems; grape cultivar evaluation; assessment of apple production systems for hard cider markets; and alternative fertilization programs in vegetable production.
Courses
Diversified Farm Planning ALE 3090
Diversified Farm Operations ALE 3100
Cold Climate Viticulture ALE 2200
Sustainable Orchard Management ALE 3210
Agriculture Policy & Ethics ALE 3080
Publications
Awards and Achievements
North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture (NACTA) Educator Award. 2022.
Areas of Expertise
Tree Fruit & Viticulture, Horticulture, Integrated Pest Management