Denis Butare has graduated with master's degree in Horticultural Science at Swedish University of Agricultural sciences in 2020. He received a bachelor’s degree in Agricultural economics and Agribusiness from National University of Rwanda in 2013. He previously worked as a business advisor where he facilitated agricultural startups to access finance. He is interested in greenhouse studies and pest management in cropping systems. He is a member of SI Alumni Network. He was awarded the Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals.