Conrad Wiermann

Conrad Wiermann serves as Professor of Crop Nutrition and Soil Science at the Faculty of Agriculture, Kiel University of Applied Sciences since 2016. His career uniquely bridges academic research with governmental agricultural policy development in Schleswig-Holstein.

His educational background includes:

• 1986: Abitur completion
• 1988-1994: Agriculture studies at Kiel University and University of Edinburgh (Plant Production specialization), culminating in a Diploma in Agricultural Engineering
• 1998: Doctorate on "Effects of differentiated soil tillage on soil stability and regeneration capacity of loess agricultural sites"

Wiermann's research focuses on sustainable agricultural systems through Soil Science, Plant Nutrition, and Climate Change Adaptation. His expertise spans soil conservation mechanics, water resource management, and climate-resilient crop production strategies. He teaches core courses including Soil Science and Resource Conservation, Plant Nutrition, Soil Protection, Water Conservation, and Climate Protection in Agriculture, emphasizing practical field applications for environmental stewardship.

Professional highlights include coordinating the EU-funded "Concerted Action on Subsoil Compaction" project (1998-1999), research at the USDA National Soil Dynamics Laboratory in Auburn, Alabama (1996-1997), and 17 years of governmental service including roles as Referent for Soil/Fertilization at the Chamber of Agriculture Schleswig-Holstein (1999-2002) and department management for crop cultivation/environment (2013-2016). His career demonstrates exceptional integration of scientific research with agricultural policy implementation.