ABOUT THE FOUNDER

Franky Celestin, Ph.D.

Soil Scientist · Agronomist · Extension Specialist

Dr. Franky Celestin is a soil scientist specializing in soil health, nutrient management, sustainable agricultural systems, and environmental quality. He earned his Ph.D. in Soil and Water Sciences from the University of Florida and currently serves as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the Everglades Research and Education Center, UF/IFAS.

His work combines field research, soil fertility, water quality assessment, spectroscopy, and data analytics to translate scientific findings into practical guidance for farmers, researchers, and agricultural professionals.

Through Soils & More, he shares research findings, field experiences, and science-based insights that connect research with agricultural practice.

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Areas of Expertise

Soil Health Assessment
Nutrient Management
Spectroscopy & Machine Learning

Areas of Contribution

  • Led and contributed to projects on soil health, nutrient management, spectroscopy, and water quality.
  • Secured funding through the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board to advance soil health research in Florida ranchlands.
  • Published research on soil health assessment, integrated crop-livestock systems, and rapid soil diagnostics.
  • Collaborated with farmers, extension agents, and researchers to translate science into practical solutions.
  • Mentored undergraduate students, graduate students, and early-career researchers, fostering the next generation of agricultural and environmental scientists.
  • Communicated research findings through scientific publications, presentations, workshops, and outreach activities, bridging the gap between research and practice.
EXPLORE PROJECTS

Research | Outreach | Impact

  • Dr. Celestin at the EPD Annual Land owner’s meeting in Belle Glade, FL
  • Dr. Celestin volunteering a the YMCA camp.
  • Dr. Celestin collecting soil samples in an organic soils for the first time.
  • AREA project final international conference on agricultural research and innovation at the Karibe hotel March 10th and 11th in Petionville, Port au Prince, Haiti.
  • Selfie with the cows in an ICLS farm in North Florida