REAP2SOW Plant soil-interactions in novel protein cropping systems

Do you want to contribute to the protein transition and biodiversity-positive cropping systems? Then this PhD position within the REAP2SOW programme might be for you!

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Do you want to contribute to the protein transition and biodiversity-positive cropping systems? Are you interested in investigating how novel protein crops can support soil functioning and resilience to extreme weather and climate events at different scales? Then this PhD position within the REAP2SOW programme might be for you!

We are seeking a highly motivated PhD candidate to investigate how new protein crops, namely quinoa, white lupin and/or aardaker (Lathyrus tuberosus), can contribute to soil health and soil carbon stabilisation in cropping systems. The PhD position will focus on understanding the impact of the inclusion of protein crops in crop rotations on soil functioning and quantifying the relevance of their root exudates for water stress resilience...