Pedro Rojas-Barros

Pedro Rojas-Barros is a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Washington State University’s College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS), Department of Horticulture. His research focuses on cranberry and berry crop physiology, nutrient management, and cold hardiness mitigation strategies. Previously, he earned a BS in Horticulture from PUCV (Chile), followed by MS and PhD degrees in Horticulture at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Education:

• PhD in Horticulture, UW-Madison (2021)
• MS in Horticulture, UW-Madison (2018)
• BS in Horticulture (Professional Specialization in Fruit Crop Production), PUCV (Chile)

Research interests include cranberry fruit development, calcium accumulation mechanisms, cold hardiness modeling in raspberries and blackberries, and nitrogen fertilization effects on plant physiology. His work bridges plant biology with practical agricultural applications to improve fruit quality and crop resilience.

Pedro’s recent articles emphasize cranberry physiology, nitrogen management, and fruit quality enhancement. His 2024–2025 studies highlight transpiration dynamics and cold damage mitigation strategies for berries. Currently, he collaborates with Dr. Wasko DeVetter on frost-resistant horticultural practices.

No scientific awards explicitly mentioned, though his prolific publication record reflects academic excellence. No advising roles or grants detailed in provided texts.

He is affiliated with WSU’s Mount Vernon Research & Extension Center, contributing to applied horticultural research for Pacific Northwest agriculture.