“Learning about the world's numerous agricultural practices directly from their practitioners is incredibly important to whichever agriculture-related field one is pursuing. Before we can take it to the farmer, we must understand their wants and needs and from there continue Norman Borlaug's legacy towards global food security,” Culotta said.
Isabella is a student at Cornell University, majoring in International Agriculture and Rural Development.
Isabella received her award prior to the awarding of the 2018 World Food Prize to Dr. Lawrence Haddad and Dr. David Nabarro both of the United Kingdom.