Gwen Hoheisel

Gwen Hoheisel is a Professor and Regional Extension Specialist at Washington State University (WSU), serving as Benton County Director. She holds a M.S. in Entomology from Penn State and a B.S. in Zoology from the University of Maryland. Her expertise spans viticulture, tree fruits, entomology, and sprayer technology. She focuses on optimizing pesticide application methods, managing crop pests, and improving agricultural practices for high-value specialty crops in Pacific Northwest orchards and vineyards.

Her research includes evaluating spray technologies like airblast sprayers and solid set canopy delivery systems to enhance efficiency and reduce environmental impact. She has authored WSU Extension guides on pest management for grapes and contributed to studies on cold damage in vineyards, nitrogen fertilizer timing in blueberries, and disease identification. Hoheisel collaborates with industry groups including the Washington Tree Fruit Research Commission and state agricultural associations to translate research into actionable solutions for growers.

Professional affiliations include the Entomological Society of America and Idaho Entomology Group. Her work emphasizes bridging scientific research with practical agricultural challenges, particularly in sustainable and precision farming methodologies.