Dr. Shandrea Stallworth,  is taking a new approach to regenerative agriculture with more than ten years of experience in agronomy and sustainability. Shandrea is a published author who specializes in Weed Physiology with a doctoral degree in Plant and Soil Sciences from Mississippi State University (NASA Graduate Research Fellow), an M.S. in Plant Breeding from Auburn University (LSAMP Bridge to Doctorate), and B.S. in Plant Science & Biotechnology from Fort Valley State University (LSAMP). Shandrea’s expertise is in sustainable row crop and rice production, specifically on small, underserved farms as well as using regenerative practices to reduce carbon footprints. Stallworth was recognized as a 2022 Farm Foundation Agri-Food Leader.

She is passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion and brings a breadth of knowledge and insight concerning the inner workings of organizations and communities that serve minority, underrepresented groups. Shandrea spends her free time advocating for women in STEM and agriculture through various involvements with organizations such as MANRRS (Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources, Related Sciences), and she volunteers to support the development of programs to introduce agriculture to underrepresented minority groups.

Dr. Stallworth is a Sr. Specialty Agronomist and Regenerative Agriculture Expert for Nestle Purina Petcare where she is responsible for the global implementation and acceleration of regenerative agriculture programs that enable the delivery of Purina’s regenerative agriculture commitments. Most recently, Shandrea was recognized by her alma mater, Fort Valley State University, as a 2024 40 under 40 Alumni for her contributions in research.