(St. Louis Post-Dispatch) Q&A: Danforth Center's Leader on Making Agricultural Science Advances in a Tough Time

In an interview with the Post-Dispatch's Bryce Gray, Danforth Center President Giles Oldroyd reflects on his first months leading the institute since arriving from the University of Cambridge last October. Oldroyd discusses how the Center is navigating a 25% drop in federal research funding, rising visa costs for international scientists, and the impact of global disruptions on fertilizer supply chains. He makes the case for philanthropic partnership as the bridge from scientific discovery to real-world impact, and explains why attracting top global talent to St. Louis is essential to building a resilient, sustainable agricultural future.