A genuine love of plants is essential to success in this industry. Plants provide us with food we live on and the air we breathe. Plants also beautify any setting whether urban or rural. Career story

The fun of wine production is that I never have a typical day. Some days I'm in the vineyard, some days I'm in the cellar. Understanding the fundamentals of chemistry, microbiology and plant biology have proven crucial because vineyard management and winemaking draw on all those disciplines. Career story

I have difficulty thinking of any aspect of nursery production that has not changed over the last five years. Change is the only certainty in life. It also keeps my job fresh and challenging. Career story

I expanded my crop knowledge base while enjoying time with fellow students when I competed with the Weeds Judging Team. I highly recommend getting involved in judging teams, clubs and finding good internship opportunities. Career story

It's fun to be able to work with plants, get a plant to grow the way you want it to grow -- it's like being an artist. If you get a degree from OSU Horticulture you definitely get an extra star on your resume. Career story

After nearly 20 years of growing, I wanted to find a way to bring all that richness back into the classroom. Giving back to my industry, through working with growers or through the University, has been one of the most rewarding aspects of my career. Career story

You must be willing to change in the greenhouse production business. OSU Agricultural Technical Institute exposes you to the new technologies that might help make your production more efficient. Career story

As an agronomist I work with customers on seeding, chemical and fertilizer needs. I enjoy knowing that I helped the farmer get the most out of his soils. Career story

"I am proud to have expanded the family business into a full-time business while also being able to help society by providing high quality produce and educating people about the importance of agriculture." Career story