Rachel Broadbent

Rachel Broadbent serves as a Senior Lecturer and Program Coordinator for Horticulture at Utah State University, affiliated with the S.J. & Jessie E. Quinney College of Agriculture & Natural Resources within the Plants, Soils and Climate Department. Her role extends across Statewide Campuses, specifically managing horticulture programs in the USU Wasatch Region covering Heber, Orem, Park City, and Salt Lake City.

Her professional focus centers on horticulture and its interdisciplinary connections to plant science, soil science, agricultural systems, and climate science. As Program Coordinator, she develops curriculum and outreach initiatives for horticulture education throughout the Wasatch region, emphasizing practical applications in diverse growing environments and sustainable landscape management.