
Kansas native Dezni Ortiz was introduced to the idea of sustainable farming on the motherland itself. She was encouraged to join The Land Institute by discussing its impact. Dezni is most at peace when in the field, knowing the field could shape the future of farming. At The Land Institute, Dezni first served as a lab research assistant for the perennial legume team, then later for all the teams.
My most perennial trait is Learning – As a student of life, I had to check out a place of constant learning.
2021-2022 Lab Research Assistant at The Land Institute