Warren Pierson

Research Scientist | wpierson@iastate.edu

As a Research Scientist for the Digital Ag team, Warren is skilled in developing and executing complex in-field research projects for the group. He is involved in installing many of our field plots as well as overseeing data collection and project management for the research. For Warren, the opportunity to do work providing real solutions to growers in the industry is a big incentive for being part of Digital Ag.

“I’m excited to be involved in research that directly impacts growers with decisions they make and what they use on their farms,” Warren said. “I’m interested in how precision technologies can be used to make growers more profitable while also having a positive impact on the environment.”

Education and Certifications:

M.S. Crop Production and Physiology, Iowa State University, 2013

B.S. Agronomy, Iowa State University, 2010

Areas of Expertise:

Integrated Pest Management

Cropping Systems and Management

Field Experiments