Farmers are the brawn behind our country’s crop production. But who are the brains of the agriculture industry? Crop scientists, like Dr. Cory Mills, use their knowledge of plant breeding, genetics, and experimental design to create new and improved crop varieties that yield more, repel pests, and withstand climate change. But developing these products means Cory needs to cultivate talent as much as the crops themselves. What skillsets do crop scientists need to have? How do you get started in this industry? And have crop scientists hacked nature?
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