Erin B.

Erin B.'s work experience includes being a Researcher at NIBIO Norwegian Institute of Bioeconomy Research since 2022. Prior to that, they worked as a PhD Candidate at NMBU - Norwegian University of Life Sciences from 2017, where they focused on linking nitrogen use efficiency and N2O emissions in grass-clover forage production in Norway. Erin also conducted a three-year study on nutrient uptake from the subsoil by forage species using stable isotope labeling. Erin B. served as a Rådgiver landbruk (Agricultural Advisor) at Askøy kommune from 2021 to 2022, where they administered agricultural cases and grants within the municipality. Erin gained experience as a Research Intern at Rodale Institute in 2015, supporting various projects including the Farming Systems Trial. Erin B. also has experience in business intelligence, having worked as a Manager of Business Intelligence at Southern States Cooperative from 2011 to 2014. In this role, they led a team and improved inventory optimization, market share, and customer metrics through analytics and data visualization. Prior to that, they were a Market Research Analyst and Project Manager at Bryant Research from 2009 to 2011, where they conducted data analysis and managed research projects. Erin B. has hands-on farming experience as well, having worked as a Farm Assistant at Crossing Point Farm in 2009, where they managed various farm operations and provided customer service. Erin also worked as a Water Resources Engineer EIT at AMEC Earth & Environmental from 2008 to 2009, where they focused on floodplain modeling and erosion control inspections.

Erin B. obtained a master's degree in Agroecology from the Norwegian University of Life Sciences (UMB) from the years 2014 to 2016. Prior to that, Erin earned a bachelor's degree in Biosystems Engineering from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville in 2008. Additionally, Erin obtained a certification in Principles of Market Research from the University of Georgia in November 2012.