Dr. Ping Yu is an Assistant Professor/Ornamental Specialist in the Department of Horticulture at the University of Georgia. Her research mainly focuses on develop and evaluate horticulture practices such as water/irrigation management, IPM to improve ornamental crop production in greenhouse, nursery and field. She also teach “Nursery Management” for senior undergraduate students and graduate students by incorporating both practical aspect and science aspect of nursery management to better prepare students with essential skills for the industry.