Jeremy Cowan

Dr. Jeremy Cowan is an Assistant Professor in Sustainable Food Production Systems at Kansas State University's College of Agriculture, Department of Horticulture and Natural Resources. His research investigates biodegradable plastic mulch alternatives for vegetable production, whole-system approaches to sustainable agriculture, and grower adoption of innovative technologies.

Research focuses on evaluating biodegradable mulch performance in high tunnel and open-field systems, examining environmental impacts, and developing educational frameworks for sustainable food production. Work emphasizes practical applications for specialty crop producers and small-scale farming operations.