Edward Dickin

Dr. Edward Dickin is a Lecturer in the Agriculture and Environment Department at Harper Adams University. His research focuses on crop physiology, plant stress, and sustainable agricultural practices, particularly in barley breeding for nutritional benefits (e.g., beta-glucans). He contributes to the Crop Science Group and Agroecology for Sustainable Food Systems research initiatives. Professional memberships include the Association of Applied Biologists, BASIS Professional Register (Certified in Crop Protection), and the Higher Education Academy as a Fellow.

Teaching: He instructs modules such as Crop Growth and Management, Crop Production Systems, Research Methods, Advanced Agronomy, Post Harvest Technology, and Applied Crop Protection. His expertise spans traffic and tillage systems, sustainable crop management, and agronomic techniques.

Awards:

• Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (HEA)

Labs/Teams: Active in the Crop Science Group and Agroecology for Sustainable Food Systems research clusters.