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Gregory Peck is an Associate Professor and Director of Undergraduate Studies in the School of Integrative Plant Science at Cornell University, specializing in Plant Sciences. His research addresses the sustainable and profitable production of tree fruits, with a strong emphasis on cider apple germplasm, horticultural practices for hard cider quality improvement, sustainable soil nutrient management, and crop-load management using pollen tube growth models. With extensive experience conducting research in diverse environments such as California, Washington, New York, and Virginia, Peck brings a multidisciplinary approach that integrates horticulture, plant physiology, soil science, and agricultural economics. He maintains strong outreach connections with commercial growers and agricultural educators to disseminate practical knowledge through various publications and extension activities. His commitment to education has been recognized with several awards, including the Teaching, Advising, & Mentoring Award from the Cornell Graduate & Professional Student Assembly in 2021. He aims to cultivate future agricultural leaders through his courses at Cornell, including Sustainable Orchard Management and Fruit Crop Physiology.
Cornell University • Ithaca, NY
Director of Undergraduate Studies in the School of Integrative Plant Science, focuses on research and education in tree fruit production.
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