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Expert Source: Barbara Wiehe, B.S.

Barbara Wiehe manages the botany-microbiology laboratory and Moore Greenhouse at Ohio Wesleyan. In that role, she maintains a diverse collection of healthy plants for use in university courses and independent research projects. She monitors the physical condition of plant specimens, altering environmental factors to achieve conditions required by OWU researchers. This includes hydration, nutrient levels, light, temperature, and soil texture, as well as insects and other plant pathogens. She also schedules and conducts tours of the greenhouse.

Education

B.S., The Ohio State University
State-certified pesticide applicator: categories 6A, 6B and 6D
EMS and OSHA compliance training

Expertise

Tropical plant care
Horticultural plant science
Integrated pest management
Greenhouse maintenance

Memberships and Awards

Association of Educators and Research Greenhouse Curators (AERGC) – Communications Committee and Membership Committee
AERGC Grant Recipient
Ohio Florist Association Member