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Intermediate wheatgrass as a dual use crop for grain and grazing

Raised in Mobile, Alabama, Jacob Barefoot completed a Bachelor’s degree in Biology at the University of South Alabama. He fell in love with plant science during his undergraduate studies, then pursued a career focused on sustainable agriculture. At The Land Institute, Jacob investigates how soil microbial processes influence the growth outcomes of perennial grain crops.
My most perennial trait: Resilience – I like to think of myself as someone who can roll with the punches and adapt to changing conditions.