Alexandria, Virginia, USA
August 18, 2022
As part of a new “profiles in plant breeding” series, Innovature sits down with plant breeders from across the country to learn about what they do, why they do it, and the challenges and opportunities facing the future of food and agriculture production.
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Dr. Irwin Goldman, University of Wisconsin-Madison
From carrots to beets to onions, Dr. Irwin Goldman, University of Wisconsin-Madison, discusses how he’s working to create a better future for some of our favorite veggies. Learn how in this Innovature exclusive.
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Dr. Alan Chambers, University of Florida Assistant Professor of Tropical Fruit Genetics and Breeding
Next, University of Florida’s Alan Chambers loves his work, and he hopes that consumers will likewise love the “fruits” of it. In this rapid-fire Q&A, Innovature learns how Chambers is working to increase value and enhance the consumer experience in tropical fruits.
Stay tuned for more profiles in plant breeding over the coming weeks.