Jesse Clune

Jesse is a self-confessed nature nerd relishing in the earthly delights of fungi, insects, flora, and dirt. They are studying a Bachelor of Agriculture with a major in plant and soil science, having previously obtained an arts degree and working professionally as a dancer.

Their passion and interest in sustainability stems from a desire to contribute to the climate crisis, alongside utilising their degree to design and implement more resilient farming systems that support the planet and its people. They have an interest in reconnecting households to natural environments, and farmers to environmental stewardship.

During the Wattle Fellowship, Jesse plans on working with local community groups to bring biodiversity back into Melbourne’s suburbs through a plant propagation project.

Outside of study, Jesse is an avid gardener, growing fresh produce for their household and neighbours and works at a vertical farm producing microgreens and herbs.