Yolla GHORRA CHAMOUN

Professeur associé - Ph. D.

(+961) 1 421 000 ext 8542522 yolla.ghorra@usj.edu.lb

Dr. Yolla Ghorra Chamoun is a distinguished Lebanese university teacher, researcher, and agricultural expert, born on June 24, 1967. She holds a Ph.D. in Agronomy from AgroParis-Tech, obtained in 2005. Her extensive academic background includes a Master's in Horticulture from CIHEAM and a Diploma in Agricultural Engineering from ESIAM-USJ, along with numerous diplomas in Smart and Precision Agriculture.

With a career spanning over three decades, Dr. Ghorra Chamoun has made significant contributions to the agricultural sector through her various roles in institutions. She served as an advisor to the Minister of Agriculture and head of the Plant Production Service at the Ministry of Agriculture (1996-2002), and as a World Bank project coordinator. She was also the director of ESIAM (2002-2009) and continues to work there as an associate professor. Notably, she reopened the Ecole Supérieure d'Ingénieurs d’Agroalimentaire (ESIA) in 2004 at USJ.

Her expertise encompasses viticulture, precision agriculture, and rural development, with numerous publications and international conference participations highlighting her contributions to modernizing agricultural practices. Her research projects focus on smart and precision viticulture, characterization of viticultural terroirs, modernization of agricultural practices, farmer typology, and post-harvest fruit technologies.

In addition to her academic and professional achievements, Dr. Ghorra Chamoun is actively involved in various professional bodies, including ITER VITIS, ISSH, and Oeno-Viti International. Her practical experience includes leading and consulting on projects funded by prominent organizations such as the EU, UNDP, FAO, and World Bank. She has played a pivotal role in enhancing agricultural education and practices in Lebanon through her expertise and training of over 1,000 farmers in workshops, field visits, and personal coaching in projects by USAID, UNDP, OML, and the International Red Cross.

Dr. Ghorra Chamoun's enduring commitment to the advancement of agriculture, coupled with her dedication to education and community service, has left an indelible mark on the agricultural landscape of Lebanon. Her work continues to inspire and drive innovation within the field.