Dr. Heaton’s lab is at the forefront of sustainable agriculture, connecting science with practical solutions. By focusing on perennial biomass crops and regenerative agriculture principles, we aim to revolutionize temperate cropping systems in the US Midwest. Our interdisciplinary team leverages combined field-modeling approaches to identify strategies that improve environmental health, enhance soil fertility, and mitigate climate change. As an international leader in Miscanthus research, Dr. Heaton and her team help growers harness the power of this versatile giant grass for diverse bioproducts and ecosystem services.