Juozas Pekarskas

Juozas Pekarskas is a Researcher and Project Manager at the Bioeconomy Research Institute within the Agriculture Academy of Vytautas Magnus University, holding a Doctor of Biomedical Sciences degree earned in 1997. His professional activities are deeply integrated with the Department of Environment and Ecology and the Department of Agroecosystems and Soil Sciences, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to sustainable agricultural systems.

Dr. Pekarskas's research spans critical areas of environmental and agricultural science, with primary focus on long-term ecological studies, innovative plant cultivation techniques, and organic waste transformation processes. His work encompasses composting and vermicomposting methodologies, development of organic fertilizers and soil conditioners, physical characterization of organic matter (including loose and granulated forms), comprehensive organic waste management strategies, and mineral processing applications for agricultural use. These research streams collectively address bioeconomy challenges through sustainable resource management.

Within the university structure, he maintains significant contributions to the Agriculture Academy's scholarly output, as evidenced by his extensive publication record across affiliated departments. His research demonstrates practical applications in soil health improvement, ecological sustainability, and circular economy principles within agricultural contexts.