Pella Brinkman

Pella Brinkman is a Researcher at Wageningen University & Research, affiliated with the Open Cultivation (Business Unit) under Wageningen Plant Research. Her work focuses on soil biology, nematology, and sustainable agricultural practices, particularly in nematode ecology, soil quality assessment, and circular land management. She collaborates extensively with institutions like Wageningen Social & Economic Research, Wageningen Environmental Research, and UIREKA.

• Key Research Areas: Soil biology, nematode population dynamics, sustainable agriculture, and nutrient cycling.
• Activities: Regularly presents at workshops and seminars on soil health and disease suppressiveness (2023-2024).
• Media Involvement: Contributed to expert discussions on potato disease management, nematode modeling, and soil improvement strategies (2021-2023).
• Students: Supervised Reinhard, S. (PhD, Wageningen University, 2025).

Her publications emphasize soil microbiology, inundation effects, and the role of local amendments like bokashi in enhancing soil health. Collaborations with peers such as G. Korthals, V. Kurm, and J. Visser highlight her team-oriented approach to agricultural innovation.