Dr. Franklin Quarcoo, is an Assistant Research-Extension Professor of Entomology at Tuskegee University that enjoys helping farmers and working with students interested in learning about organic farming practices. His current research and extension work focuses on integrated pest management in organic vegetable production systems. He recently led the Tuskegee Human Capital Project in partnership with the National Organic Program, to establish an organic internship program for high school and graduate school students. Franklin is also a member of the National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) and has expressed how much he is looking forward to joining FOG and has said, “Joining the FOG board affords me a highly appreciated opportunity to participate in the management of one of the most consequential and impactful organic organizations in the southeastern United States”.
