co-Executive Director
Savanna Institute
State: WI
(w) (708) 476-9929
About
Originally discovering nature while running through the forest preserves around Chicago, Kevin is passionate about applying ecological concepts to solve environmental issues. He received a PhD in 2017 studying alley cropping agroforestry systems at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. While at the University of Illinois, Kevin spearheaded the establishment of several innovative agroforestry experiments. He is also the owner of Midwest Agriculture & Restoration Services LLC and two innovative agroforestry farms in central Illinois that grow chestnuts, hazelnuts, and currants.
Projects
| ONC20-081 | The Agroforestry Apprenticeship Program: On-farm and online training for the next generation of agroforestry farmers |
| ONC18-049 | Agroforestry education using the collective experience of pioneer farmers |
| ONC16-017 | Evaluating and Sharing Techniques in Silvopasture Establishment |
| ONC15-005 | Crop Performance, Pests, and Pollinators in Diverse Agroforestry Systems |