# Rodale Organic Institute Welcomes New Chief Scientist

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- Published: 2011-01-28T16:45:24-05:00
- Author: greenlivingguy

## World-renowned soil biology expert to join Rodale Institute

### Dr. Elaine Ingram

The Rodale Institute, a non-profit dedicated to pioneering organic farming through
research and outreach, today announced the appointment of Dr. Elaine Ingham as Chief
Scientist. Dr. Ingham has led Soil Foodweb, Inc. as president and director of research
since 1996. She has helped farmers all over the world to grow more resilient crops
by understanding and improving their soil. She is also an affiliate professor at
Maharishi University of Management in Iowa. In addition, she has served in academia
for two decades.

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Dr Elaine Ingham Chief Scientist at the Rodale Institute showcases healthy soil 
while on the farm emphasizing her commitment to sustainable agriculture

In her new role as Chief Scientist, Dr. Ingham leads all Rodale Institute research
projects. She spearheads innovative initiatives that drive advancements in sustainable
agriculture. As the scientific voice for the Institute, she travels worldwide. There,
she shares her expertise and engages with global research communities. This fosters
collaboration and knowledge exchange. Additionally, she creates a vision for the
future of food and farming. She advocates for practices that prioritize environmental
health, soil integrity, and the well-being of both farmers and consumers. Through
her leadership, Dr. Ingham addresses pressing challenges in the agricultural sector.
She ensures that the research at the Rodale Institute meets current needs while 
anticipating future demands in a rapidly changing world.

###  Soil Biologist

“Dr. Ingham is a true, card-carrying Soil Biologist—a rare entity in a field often
overlooked. With an impressive background and a wealth of experience, she stands
out as one of the foremost authorities on practical soil biology management. Her
expertise and innovative approaches make her uniquely qualified to pioneer new frontiers
of organic research with the Rodale Institute, especially at a time when sustainable
practices are crucial for our planet’s health,” says Executive Director Mark Smallwood.“
We are very excited to have her join our team, as her knowledge will undoubtedly
enhance our mission and contribute to groundbreaking advancements in soil health
and ecological restoration.”

### Rodale Institute

Since its founding in 1947 by J.I. Rodale, the Rodale Institute has been committed
to groundbreaking research in organic agriculture. It advocates for policies that
support farmers and educates people about how organic is the safest, healthiest 
option for people and the planet. The Institute is home to the Farming Systems TrialTM(
FST). This is America’s longest-running side-by-side comparison of chemical and 
organic agriculture. Consistent results from the study have shown that organic yields
match or surpass those of conventional farming. In years of drought, organic corn
yields are about 30% higher.

 

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