In the position I now occupy, I will be able to contribute to American viticulture through advancing grape rootstock knowledge and improving varieties. He also has begun planning and constructing a new greenhouse.
Cousins has ambitious goals for the future.
Within five years I hope to be planting rootstock trials with selections from crosses made this spring. Rootstock trials planted this year will be producing, and data collection will be underway. He brings to the unit a rare combination of a broad knowledge of the grape industry and the ability to rapidly establish experiments and research collaborations. Peter has demonstrated the desire and ability to improve grape rootstock selections using the most appropriate tools and technologies. His interest and background in plant breeding, grapes and rootstocks will complement several Geneva programs.