Terry Bates

Terry Bates is a Senior Research Associate at Cornell University's School of Integrative Plant Science (Horticulture Section) and Director of the Cornell Lake Erie Research and Extension Lab under Cornell AgriTech. He leads research aimed at optimizing New York's grape juice industry through viticulture innovations and digital agriculture. His work bridges environmental science and agricultural economics, focusing on sustainable practices and profitability.

Education:

• Doctorate in Plant Science, The Pennsylvania State University (1998)
• Master of Science, The Pennsylvania State University (1994)
• Bachelor of Science, St. John Fisher College (1992)

Research Interests:

• Viticulture: Environmental impacts on vine productivity and fruit quality, particularly in Northeastern U.S. climates.
• Digital Agriculture: Leveraging satellite imagery, LiDAR, and machine learning for precision viticulture.
• Concord Grape Production: Enhancing yield and quality through nutrient management and crop load optimization.

Key Projects: Terry directs the Efficient Vineyard (EV) Project, providing global tools for vineyard managers. His work emphasizes spatial data integration and robotic solutions like the Bumblebee autonomous pruning system.

Awards: While no personal awards are listed, Terry's team supported the 2022 New York Concord Grape Innovation Awards, fostering industry growth through competitions.

Labs & Teams: Oversees the Cornell Lake Erie Research and Extension Lab, a hub for applied research and grower education in the Lake Erie grape region.