Anna Wallingford. Anna is an entomologist with over 20 years of experience in agricultural systems, specializing in integrated pest management and sustainable crop production. As the founder of NHCSR, she brings deep scientific expertise and a commitment to community-driven research. Anna leads strategic planning, financial oversight, and program development, ensuring that NHCSR remains grounded in evidence-based practices and responsive to grower needs.
Kasi Crocker. Kasi is an advocate, a farmer, and a dedicated Granger. She serves as NHCSR’s Secretary and she is a seasoned nonprofit administrator with a background in organizational governance and compliance. Her attention to detail and collaborative spirit help guide board operations and uphold transparency across all organizational actions.
Caleb Goossen. Caleb is an agroecologist and organic farming specialist with extensive experience in soil health, crop rotation, and farmer education. He contributes scientific insight to NHCSR’s research initiatives and helps shape outreach strategies that connect growers with practical, field-tested solutions. Caleb’s work bridges academic rigor with grassroots relevance.
Christopher Hernandez. Chris is a crop breeder, geneticist, and giant pumpkin grower. He brings a strong background in agricultural research and stakeholder engagement, helping NHCSR build inclusive partnerships with farmers, educators, and citizen scientists. His leadership supports NHCSR’s mission to democratize agricultural knowledge.
Anton Bekkerman. Anton is an agricultural economist with expertise in crop markets, farm-level decision-making, and rural development. He advises NHCSR on economic modeling, valuation of field trials, and cost-benefit analysis for sustainable practices. Anton’s analytical approach strengthens NHCSR’s ability to deliver actionable insights to growers and policymakers alike.