Dr. Ping Yu, Assistant Professor/Ornamental Specialist at University of Georgia
Dr. Yu’s research focuses on finding peat moss alternatives (such as biochar), improving plant nutrient and water use efficiency, and developing integrated sustainable management for ornamental crop production in greenhouses and nursery settings.
Dr. Yu currently is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Horticulture at University of Georgia. She is also an ornamental specialist in the state of Georgia, focusing on ornamental production for greenhouses and nurseries. Dr. Yu teaches Nursery Management class every year in the fall. She graduated from Texas A&M University in the Department of Horticultural Sciences with her PhD degree and worked as a postdoctoral research associate at University of Florida in the Department of Environmental Horticulture. Dr. Yu received ASHS outstanding scholar and is a member of AFE’s Young Professional Council.
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