Missouri Botanical Garden names new president

Wyse Jackson has served as the director of the National Botanic Gardens of Ireland since March
2005. During his tenure, Wyse Jackson placed a new emphasis on organic horticulture and home gardening. He made environmental sustainability a priority of the institution, reducing waste and energy consumption, promoting new programs and research on biodiversity, conservation and sustainable development.
Recognized as one of the world’s leading botanists and advocates of conservation and biodiversity, Raven transformed the Missouri Botanical Garden into a world-class center for botanical research, education and horticultural display. Read more about both gentlemen here.