Taylor van Rossum is a recent graduate of the M.S. Environmental Science and Management program at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. Her graduate work focused on outreach and education for Climate-Smart Agriculture programs across California’s Central Coast, inspiring her to pursue a career in sustainable agriculture. She has experience working with growers and non-profit organizations in San Luis Obispo County and is now continuing this work in Monterey. Taylor is passionate about advancing sustainable practices that improve water quality, soil health, and climate resilience. Her goal is to bridge the gap between scientific research and effective, community-based conservation initiatives.