Dr. Simon Riley is an agricultural statistician with the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS). He holds a Ph.D. and M.Sc. in Agronomy from the UF and a B.Sc. in Agricultural and Environmental Science from McGill University. Dr. Riley specializes in statistical consulting for agricultural research, particularly in root architecture analysis and climate-smart farming practices. His professional background includes work with international development organizations such as the International Potato Center and the International Institute for Tropical Agriculture, where he provided research and statistical support. He currently serves as a data analyst and statistical consultant at UF/IFAS, contributing to projects on invasive pest surveillance, biosecurity, and modeling-based trapping strategies. His expertise spans data analytics, interdisciplinary collaboration, and international agricultural development.