The Tropical Research and Education Center (TREC) focuses on diverse research initiatives. That includes agricultural and biological engineering; food and resource economics; soil and water sciences; and more.
This program is based on research related to water quality and quantity, with special focus on water conservation for agriculture, natural, and urban lands.
Three distinct programs emphasize the identification and management of traditional and invasive pests affecting vegetables, tropical fruits, and ornamental crops.
This transdisciplinary research has broad societal relevance. Core goals include sustaining production, conserving natural resources, and maintaining social equity.
Faculty
Dr. Zachary Brym, Assistant Professor Dr. Cliff Martin, Research Associate
This program is centered on plant molecular biology; breeding and genomics; ecophysiology; and cultural management, with focus on fruit and vegetable crops grown in the subtropics and tropics.
