Tom Jacobsen

• Soil health and amendments, including lime applications and calcium carbonate for acidic soil remediation
• Precision agriculture technologies and robotics in crop management
• Sustainable gardening practices and pest management
• Crop trials for wheat, alfalfa and non-dormant varieties
• Community-based agricultural education and youth development in 4-H programs
• Water conservation and efficient irrigation practices in agriculture
• Enhancing agricultural educator training in programming, robotics and 3D printing

• What norms do team-based leadership development event teams use to create a culture of success?

Impact Statements

• Increased knowledge leads to improved practices and higher crop yields
• Regional Master Gardener Convention returns to Rexburg
• Malt barley yield and grain metabolite response to nitrogen and sulfur
• Local data for local cereal grain growers

Tom Jacobsen serves as an University of Idaho Extension educator, specializing in agricultural science and community outreach, with a strong focus on sustainable practices and innovative technologies. He conducts research on soil health, crop management and precision agriculture, including the use of robotics to advance farming practices. With extensive experience in educational programming, Tom leads various initiatives, from soil remediation studies to gardening and pest management classes, designed to benefit both farmers and the wider community. A dedicated advocate for youth development, Tom is also actively involved in 4-H programs and training the next generation of agricultural leaders.