Newton Kalengamaliro

Newton Kalengamaliro is an accomplished professional in agricultural research and development with extensive experience in leadership roles. Currently serving as the Director of Research Development at Infinite Acres since September 2022, Newton previously held the position of Senior Agricultural Scientist at Bowery Farming from January 2020 to February 2023. Earlier roles include Director of Breeding & Variety Development at Driscoll's from May 2015 to January 2020, where responsibilities included managing breeding strategies and operational support. Newton's career also features positions as Senior Agronomist at BP and Manager of Agricultural Programs and Intellectual Property at Altria Client Services INC and Philip Morris USA, respectively. Academic credentials include a PhD and MS in Crop Physiology from Purdue University and an MBA from Virginia Commonwealth University.