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1 M a r k A. L i c h t P r o m o t i o n V i t a Mark A. Licht, PhD Assistant Professor Department of Agronomy Iowa State University 2104 Agronomy Hall 716 Farm House Lane Ames, IA Tel: (515) lichtma@iastate.edu EDUCATION B.S., Agronomy, Iowa State University, 2000 B.S., Agricultural Extension Education, Iowa State University, 2000 M.S., Soil Science, Iowa State University, 2003 Comparative influence of tillage systems and nutrient timing on the soil environment and crop response in Iowa soils. Ph.D., Crop Production and Physiology, Iowa State University, 2015 Influence of corn seeding rate, soil attributes, and topographic characteristics on grain yield, yield components, and grain composition. ACADEMIC POSITIONS August 2016 to present, Assistant Professor and Extension Cropping Systems Specialist, Iowa State University Focus is an integrated extension (60%), research (20%), and teaching (20%) cropping systems program to holistically manage Iowa corn and soybean based cropping systems to achieve productivity, profitability, and environmental goals. Research is aligned around varied aspects of soybean, corn, and cover crop management as well as agronomic implications of precision technologies. March 2014 to present, Extension Cropping Systems Agronomist, Iowa State University Focus was on corn and soybean Extension programming efforts in support of the Department of Agronomy and Extension field agronomists. Supervisor: Dr. John Lawrence August 2006 to February 2014, Extension Field Agronomist, Iowa State University Developed Extension programming in support of Iowa corn and soybean farmers and associated agronomists as well as conducted pesticide and manure applicator training. Supervisor: Dr. John Lawrence October 2002 to August 2006, Extension Program Specialist, Iowa State University Conducted research and Extension activities in support of soil conservation, residue management, and nutrient management. Developed the Iowa Learning Farms program to promote and increase awareness of conservation practices in Iowa. Supervisor: Dr. Mahdi Al-Kaisi AWARDS Achievement Award, National Association of County Agriculture Agents, 2012 National Finalist, Search for Excellence in Crop Production, 2012 National Finalist, Feature Story Communication Award, Iowa Agricultural Extension Association, 2011 State Finalist, Individual Newsletter Communication Award, Iowa Agricultural Extension Association, 2011

2 M a r k A. L i c h t P r o m o t i o n V i t a National Extension Leadership Development, North Central, Class of 2010 Regional Finalist, Factsheet Communication Award, National Association of County Agriculture Agents, 2010 Achievement by an Educational Team Award, Iowa State University Extension, 2009 New Professional Award, Iowa State University Extension, 2008 Achievement by an Educational Team Award, Iowa State University Extension, 2008 Certificate of Excellence, Newsletter, American Society of Agronomy, 2006 Certificate of Excellence, Internet Web Page, American Society of Agronomy, 2003 Certificate of Excellence, Extension Publications, American Society of Agronomy, 2003 SCHOLARSHIP Peer-reviewed journal articles 1. Comito, J., B. Case Haub, and M.A. Licht. In revision. Rapid needs assessment and response (RNR) technique. Journal of Extension. 2. Mourtzinis, S., J.I. Rattalino Edreira, P.M. Kyveryga, M.A. Licht, S.L. Naeve, A.C. Roth, S.N. Casteel, S.P. Conley, L. Lindsey, D.S. Mueller, M.J. Staton, H.J. Kandel, E.D. Nafziger, P. Grassini, I.A. Ciampitti, and J. Stanley. Accepted with revision. Sifting and winnowing: analysis of messy farmer survey data. Field Crops Research. 3. Archontoulis, S.V., R.A. Ordonez, M. Castellano, J. Hatfield, M. Helmers, M. Licht, M. Liebman, R. Dietzel, R. Martinez-Feria, J. Iqbal, L. Puntel, C. Cordova, K. Togliatti, and E. Wright Maize and soybean root front velocity and maximum depth in the Midwest USA. Field Crops Research. doi: /j.fcr Edreira, J., S. Mourtzinis, S.P. Conley, A.C. Roth, I.A. Ciampitti, M.A. Licht, H. Kandel, P.M. Kyveryga, L.E. Lindsey, D.S. Mueller, S.L. Naeve, E. Nafziger, J.E. Sprecht, J. Stanley, M.J. Staton, and P. Grassini Assessing causes of yield gaps in agricultural areas with diversity in climate and soils. Agricultural and Forest Meterology. doi: /j.agrformet Grassini, P.*, C.M. Pittelkow, K.G. Cassman, H.S. Yang, S. Archontoulis, M. Licht, K.R. Lamkey, I.A. Ciampitti, J.A. Coulter, S.M. Brouder, J.J. Volenec, N. Guindin-Garcia Robust spatial frameworks for leveraging research on the food-energy-water nexus. Global Food Security. doi: /j.gfs Licht, M.A.*, A.W. Lenssen, R.W. Elmore Corn (Zea mays L.) seeding rate optimization in Iowa, USA. Precision Agriculture. 18: doi: /s Morell, F.J., H.S. Yang, K.G. Cassman, J. Van Wart, R.W. Elmore, M. Licht, J.A. Coulter, I.A. Ciampitti, C.M. Pittelkow, S.M. Brouder, P. Thomison, J. Lauer, C. Graham, R. Massey, and P. Grassini* Can crop simulation models be used to predict local to regional maize yields and total production in the U.S. Corn Belt? Field Crops Research. 192:1-12. doi: /j.fcr Kandel, Y.R., C.A. Bradley, K.A. Wise, M.I. Chilvers, A. Tenuta, V.M. Davis, R. Esker, D.L. Smith, M.A. Licht, D.S. Mueller* Effect of glyphosate application on sudden death syndrome of glyphosate-resistant soybean under field conditions. Plant Disease. 99: doi: /PDIS RE 9. Al-Kaisi, M.M.*, X. Yin, and M.A. Licht Soil carbon and nitrogen changes as affected by tillage systems and crop biomass in a corn-soybean rotation. Applied Soil Ecology. 30: doi: /j.apsoil Al-Kaisi, M.M.*, X. Yin, and M.A. Licht Soil carbon and nitrogen changes as influenced by tillage and cropping systems in some Iowa soils. Agriculture, Ecosystems and Environment. 105: doi: /j.agee Licht, M.A. and M.M. Al-Kaisi* Corn response, nitrogen uptake, and water use in strip-tillage compared with no-tillage and chisel plow. Agronomy Journal. 97: doi: /agronj Licht, M.A. and M.M. Al-Kaisi* Strip-tillage effect on seedbed soil temperature and other soil

3 M a r k A. L i c h t P r o m o t i o n V i t a physical properties. Soil Tillage Research. 80: doi: /j.still Al-Kaisi, M.M.* and M.A. Licht Effect of strip tillage on corn nitrogen uptake and residual nitrate accumulation compared to no-tillage and chisel plow. Agronomy Journal. 96: doi: /agronj Abstracts of posters or presentations 1. Rattalino Edreira, I., S. Mourtzinis, S.P. Conley, A. Roth, I.A. Ciampitti, M.A. Licht, H.J. Kandel, P.M. Kyverga, L. Lindsey, D.S. Mueller, S.L. Naeve, E.D. Nafziger, J. Specht, J. Standley, and P. Grassini Assessing causes of yield gaps in agricultural areas with diversity in climate and soils. Agronomy Abstract, Madison, WI. ASA/CSSA/SSSA annual meeting, Tampa Bay, FL. Oct Mourtzinis, S., J.I. Rattalino Edreira, P. Grassini, A.C. Roth, S.N. Casteel, I.A. Ciampitti, H.J. Kandel, P.M. Kyveryga, M.A. Licht, L.E. Edwards, D.S. Mueller, E.D. Nafziger, S.L. Naeve, J. Stanley, M.J. Staton, and S.P. Conley Unravelling the influence of management practices on US-North Central soybean yields. Agronomy Abstract, Madison, WI. ASA/CSSA/SSSA annual meeting, Tampa Bay, FL. Oct Wright, E. and M.A. Licht Analysis of maize row spacing and plant population trials in Iowa. Agronomy Abstract, Madison, WI. ASA/CSSA/SSSA annual meeting, Tampa Bay, FL. Oct Baum, M., M.A. Licht, and S.V. Archontoulis Dissecting planting date, hybrid maturity, and weather effects on maize yield. Agronomy Abstract, Madison, WI. ASA/CSSA/SSSA annual meeting, Tampa Bay, FL. Oct Navi, S.S., T. Huynh, C.G. Mayers, K.T. Pecinovsky, M.A. Licht, and X.B. Yang Report of Pythium isolates on soybean seedling in Northeast Iowa. World Soybean Research Conference Ten, Savannah, GA. Sept Comito, J., M. Helmers, M.A. Licht, E. Juchems, A. Staudt, S. Carlson, A. Carlson Do cover crop mixtures make sense on Iowa farmland. Soil and Water Conservation Society Conference, Madison, WI. Jul. 31 Aug Archontoulis*, S.V., R.N. Dietzel, M.A. Licht, M.J. Castellano, A. VanLoocke, R.A. Antonio-Ordonez, J. Iqbal, L. Puntel, S.C. Cordova, R.A. Martinez-Feria, K. Togliatti, I. Huber, D. Herzmann, M.J. Helmers Forecasting and assessing cropping systems: FACTS. Agronomy Abstract, Madison, WI. ASA/CSSA/SSSA annual meeting, Phoenix, AZ. Nov Licht*, M.A., A.W. Lenssen, and R.W. Elmore Maize seeding rate optimization in Iowa using soil and topographic characteristics. International Conference of Precision Agriculture, International Society of Precision Agriculture, St. Louis, MO. Jul. 31 Aug Archontoulis*, S.V., M. Licht, R. Dietzel, M. Castellano, A. VanLoocke, I. Huber, K.J. Moore, L. Puntel, S. Cordova, K. Togliatti, and P. Edmunds In-season forecast of crop yields, soil water-nitrogen, and climate using APSIM and WRF models in Iowa, USA. icropm 2016, International Crop Modeling Symposium, Berlin, Germany. Mar Licht*, M.A., A.W. Lenssen, and R.W. Elmore Using soil and topographic characteristics for corn seeding rate optimization in Iowa. Agronomy Abstract, Madison, WI. ASA/CSSA/SSSA annual meeting, Minneapolis, MN. Nov Morell, R.J., P. Grassini*, H. Yang, R. Elmore, K. Cassman, I.A. Ciampitti, M.A. Licht, J.A. Coulter, J. Lauer, C.J. Lauer, C.J. Graham, P.R. Thomison, R. Massey, T.J. Vyn, S.M. Brouder, C.M. Pittelkow, and J.P. Van Wart Contributions of a dynamic model approach to yield forecasts of corn in the U.S. Corn Belt. Agronomy Abstract, Madison, WI. ASA/CSSA/SSSA annual meeting, Minneapolis, MN. Nov Archontoulis*, S.V., M.A. Licht, and R.N. Dietzel Soybean planting decision support tool. Agronomy Abstract, Madison, WI. ASA/CSSA/SSSA annual meeting, Minneapolis, MN. Nov Archontoulis*, S.V., M.A. Licht, R.N. Dietzel In-season corn and soybean yield forecast in Iowa using APSIM. Agronomy Abstract, Madison, WI. ASA/CSSA/SSSA annual meeting, Minneapolis, MN. Nov

4 M a r k A. L i c h t P r o m o t i o n V i t a Licht*, M.A., A.W. Lenssen, and R.W. Elmore Identifying topographic and soil parameters for variable seeding rate applications in corn. Agronomy Abstract, Madison, WI. ASA/CSSA/SSSA annual meeting, Long Beach, CA. Nov Licht*, M.A., A.W. Lenssen, and R.W. Elmore Connecting soil parameters with variable seeding rates for corn. Agronomy Abstract, Madison, WI. ASA/CSSA/SSSA annual meeting, Tampa Bay, FL. Nov Al-Kaisi*, M., M. Licht, M. Hanna, M. Helmers, M. Duffy, and J. Comito An interactive learning approach for promoting conservation systems in Iowa. Agronomy Abstract, Madison, WI. ASA/CSSA/SSSA annual meeting, Indianapolis, IN. Nov Al-Kaisi*, M., J. Guzman, B. Larabee, and M. Licht Topo- and chrono-sequence effects of native and reconstructive prairies on soil physical and biological activities. Agronomy Abstract, Madison, WI. ASA/CSSA/SSSA annual meeting, Indianapolis, IN. Nov Al-Kaisi*, M., M. Licht, and D. Kwaw-Mensah Scale comparison and nitrogen management effects on corn yield response. Agronomy Abstract, Madison, WI. ASA/CSSA/SSSA annual meeting, Salt Lake City, UT. Nov Al-Kaisi*, M., M. Licht, H. Hanna, M. Helmers, S. Padgett, and M. Duffy Iowa Learning Farm: Educational concept for promoting conservation systems. Agronomy Abstract, Madison, WI. ASA/CSSA/SSSA annual meeting, Salt Lake City, UT. Nov Al-Kaisi*, M., M. Licht, and X. Yin Agricultural production practices effect on soil carbon dynamics and carbon dioxide emission. Third USDA Symposium on Greenhouse Gases and Carbon Sequestration in Agriculture and Forestry, Baltimore, MD. March Al-Kaisi*, M., D. Kwaw-Mensah, and M. Licht Interaction effects of tillage systems, N source, and N rate on corn response utilizing the hub and spokes concept. Agronomy Abstract, Madison, WI. ASA/CSSA/SSSA annual meeting, Seattle, WA. Oct. 31-Nov Kwaw-Mensah, D., M. Al-Kaisi, and M. Licht* Effects of tillage and N source and water extraction in corn. Agronomy Abstract, Madison, WI. ASA-North Central Conference Proceedings. Moline, IL. March Licht*, M., and M. Al-Kaisi Effect of strip-tillage and nitrogen application timing on corn response, plant N uptake, and movement in the soil profile. Agronomy Abstract, Madison, WI. ASA/CSSA/SSSA annual meeting, Denver, CO. Nov Kwaw-Mensah, D., M. Al-Kaisi*, M. Licht, and M. Hanna Effect of integrated tillage and nutrient management on nitrogen and water use efficiency in corn. Agronomy Abstract, Madison, WI. ASA/CSSA/SSSA annual meeting, Denver, CO. Nov Al-Kaisi*, M., and M. Licht Assessment of cropping system effect on soil organic matter in Iowa soils. Fourth Central Region Conference of Natural Organic Matter, Ames, IA. March Licht*, M., and M. Al-Kaisi Comparative influence of various tillage systems on the soil vadose zone environment. The 16 th Iowa Academy of Science Annual Conference, Des Moines, IA. March Kwaw-Mensah*, D., M. Al-Kaisi, and M. Licht Integrated effect of tillage and nitrogen management on corn response. The 16 th Iowa Academy of Science Conference, Des Moines, IA. March Licht*, M., and M. Al-Kaisi Comparative influence of various tillage systems on the soil vadose zone environment. Agronomy Abstract, Madison, WI. ASA/CSSA/SSSA annual meeting, Indianapolis, IN. Nov Licht*, M., and M. Al-Kaisi Soil and water quality indices as affected by tillage systems. Abstracts, Soil and Water Conservation Society Annual Conference. Indianapolis, IN. July Licht*, M., and M. Al-Kaisi Evaluation of three tillage systems under corn-soybean rotation. Agronomy Abstract, Madison, WI. ASA-North Central Region, Annual Conference. Ames, IA. March

5 M a r k A. L i c h t P r o m o t i o n V i t a Al-Kaisi*, M., and M. Licht Assessment of cropping systems effects on soil organic matter in Iowa soils. Agronomy Abstract, Madison, WI. ASA/CSSA/SSSA annual meeting, Charlotte, NC. October Al-Kaisi*, M., and M. Licht Sustainability of soybean production in the Brazilian Cerrados. Agronomy Abstract, Madison, WI. ASA/CSSA/SSSA annual meeting, Charlotte, NC. October Extension publications 1. Mueller, D., A. Robertson, A. Sisson, G. Tylka, and M. Licht Soybean diseases. IPM Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, Ames, IA. 2. Mueller, D., A. Robertson, A. Sisson, G. Tylka, and M. Licht Corn diseases. IPM Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, Ames, IA. 3. Licht, M Soybean staging. PM 3093A. Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, Ames, IA. 4. Licht, M Soybean growth and development. PM 3093B. Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, Ames, IA. 5. Licht, M Corn staging. PM 3094A. Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, Ames, IA. 6. Licht, M Corn growth and development. PM 3094B. Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, Ames, IA. 7. Licht, M., A. Sisson, D. Mueller, C. McGrath Hail on Soybean in Iowa. IPM Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, Ames, IA. 8. Licht, M., A. Sisson, D. Mueller, A. Robertson, C. McGrath Hail on Corn in Iowa. IPM Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, Ames, IA. 9. Abendroth, L., R. Hartzler, E. Hodgson, M. Licht, A. Mallarino, C. McGrath, D. Mueller, R. Pope, A. Robertson, J. Sawyer, K. Schaefer, A. Sisson, and G. Tylka Corn and soybean field guide. IPM Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, Ames, IA. 10. Pedersen, P. and M. Licht Soybean growth and development. PM Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, Ames, IA. 11. Arora, K., M. Licht, and K. Leibold Industrial corn stover harvest. PM Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, Ames, IA. 12. Licht, M., D. Wright, and A. Lenssen Planting soybean for high yield in Iowa. PM Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, Ames, IA. 13. Licht, M., D. Wright, and A. Lenssen Soybean response to drought. PM Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, Ames, IA. 14. Sisson, A., D. Mueller, A. Robertson, E. Hodgson, K. Schaefer, M. Licht, and C. McGrath Late season corn scouting. CSI Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, Ames, IA. 15. Sisson, A., D. Mueller, A. Robertson, E. Hodgson, K. Schaefer, M. Licht, and C. McGrath Midseason corn scouting. CSI Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, Ames, IA. 16. Sisson, A., D. Mueller, A. Robertson, E. Hodgson, K. Schaefer, M. Licht, and C. McGrath Early season corn scouting. CSI Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, Ames, IA. 17. Sisson, A., D. Mueller, A. Robertson, E. Hodgson, K. Schaefer, M. Licht, and C. McGrath Late season soybean scouting. CSI Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, Ames, IA. 18. Sisson, A., D. Mueller, A. Robertson, E. Hodgson, K. Schaefer, M. Licht, and C. McGrath Midseason soybean scouting. CSI Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, Ames, IA. 19. Sisson, A., D. Mueller, A. Robertson, E. Hodgson, K. Schaefer, M. Licht, and C. McGrath Early season soybean scouting. CSI Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, Ames, IA. 20. Licht, M., M. Al-Kaisi Iowa soil quality card. PM Iowa State University Extension Service, Ames, IA. 21. Al-Kaisi, M., H.M. Hanna, and M. Licht Resource conservation practices: Tillage management and soil organic matter. PM 1901I. Iowa State University Extension Service, Ames, IA. 22. Al-Kaisi, M. and M. Licht Resource conservation practices: Tillage, manure management and

6 M a r k A. L i c h t P r o m o t i o n V i t a water quality. PM 1901H. Iowa State University Extension Service, Ames, IA. 23. Al-Kaisi, M., H.M. Hanna, and M. Licht Resource conservation practices: Manure and tillage management. PM 1901G. Iowa State University Extension Service, Ames, IA. 24. Kapil, A., M. Licht, K. Kohl, and J. DeJong Calibrating liquid tank manure applicators. AE 3601A. Iowa State University Extension Service, Ames, IA. 25. Al-Kaisi, M., H.M. Hanna, and M. Licht Resource conservation practices: Conservation buffers and water quality. PM 1901F. Iowa State University Extension Service, Ames, IA. 26.Al-Kaisi, M., H.M. Hanna, and M. Licht Resource conservation practices: Soil erosion and water quality. PM1901E. Iowa State University Extension Service, Ames, IA. AREAS OF POSITION RESPONSIBILITY Extension 60% responsibility The goal of my extension program is to extend unbiased, research-based information through key partnerships to help farmers and agribusiness professionals responsibly manage corn and soybean management practices using a holistic cropping systems approach that takes into account productivity, profitability, and environmental goals. Research 20% responsibility My research program is focused on how to holistically manage Iowa cropping systems to achieve productivity, profitability and environmental goals. Research is centered varied aspects of soybean, corn and cover crop management as well as agronomic implications of precision technologies. Teaching 20% responsibility AGRON 591, Agronomy Systems Analysis, 3 credit; this course is designed to integrate elements of all previous coursework through the use of decision case studies. The course is developed to provide a holistic perspective of an agroecosystem and recognizes that an agroecosystem is influenced by biological, economic, and social factors. Critical thinking and communication skills are developed through evaluating the agronomic and financial aspects of a farming system in order to identify components that can be changed and to understand the consequences of that change to the farming system. AGRON 594, Practicum in Agronomy, 1 credit; this course provides practical field and laboratory experience integrating coursework in climatology, crops, and soils. The course is one of the few opportunities students come to campus and interact with faculty and resident graduate student in the department of Agronomy and other related disciplines. The course includes lectures, laboratory activities, field activities, and tours of local research trials to provide active, engaged learning that encompasses and integrates previous course within the program. AGRON 490, Independent Study, 2 credit, upon request; offered in the fall of 2017 for one undergraduate student. The student conducted a research project on his farm and developed a 5-page report to present and discussion his findings. Masters and doctoral students, current Mitch Baum, M.S. Crop Production and Physiology, Department of Agronomy, 2017 present Nicholas Upah, M.S. Crop Production and Physiology, Department of Agronomy, 2017 present Ashlyn Kessler, M.S. Crop Production and Physiology, Department of Agronomy, 2017 present Nicholas Marley, M.S. Agronomy, Department of Agronomy, 2016 present Amanda Koch, M.S. Agronomy, Department of Agronomy, 2014 present David Gust, M.S. Agronomy, Department of Agronomy, 2014 present Anne Carlson, M.S. Agronomy, Department of Agronomy, 2013 present

7 M a r k A. L i c h t P r o m o t i o n V i t a Masters and doctoral student, completed n/a Masters and doctoral committees Rafael Martinez-Feria, Ph.D. Crop Production and Physiology, Department of Agronomy, present Gunnar Dankla, M.S. Crop Production and Physiology, Department of Agronomy, present Swetabh Patel, Ph.D. Crop Production and Physiology, Department of Agronomy, present Ellyson Williams, M.S. Seed Technology and Business, Department of Pathology and Microbiology, Daniel Sjarpe, M.S. Plant Pathology, Department of Pathology and Microbiology, PROFESSIONAL SERVICE Professional memberships American Society of Agronomy; 2001 current Crop Science Society of America; 2013 current Soil Science Society of America; 2001 current International Precision Agriculture Association, 2015 present National Association of County Agriculture Agents; 2007 current Iowa Agricultural Extension Association; 2006 current; Secretary, 2013; President, 2014 Epsilon Sigma Phi; 2007 current Gamma Sigma Delta; 2012 current American Soybean Association; 2015 current Iowa Soybean Association; 2010 current National Corn Growers Association; 2016 current Iowa Corn Growers Association; 2016 current Journal reviewer 2014 Agronomy Journal 2015 Agronomy Journal; Crop Science Journal; Crop, Forage, and Turfgrass Journal 2016 Agronomy Journal; Crop, Forage, and Turfgrass Journal; Plant Management Network Journal 2017 Agronomy Journal INSTITUTIONAL SERVICE Participate in the Improving cropping systems performance by combining field experimentation with modeling approaches Hatch project, IOW03814 ( ). Project director, S. Archontoulis; co-project directors, M. Licht, F. Miguez, and K. Moore. Committees Weed science faculty hiring committee, 2018 Communications Business Model, 2016 Extension Programming in Digital Agriculture, Forage faculty hiring committee, 2015 Communicating About Agriculture, 2015 Cropping Systems Academy Design Team, North Central ANR Extension, 2014 current Crop Scout School, 2014 current Crops Team Budget, 2014 current ANR Extension Annual Conference, 2014 Crop Advantage Series, 2012 current

8 M a r k A. L i c h t P r o m o t i o n V i t a Field Extension Education Laboratory Advisory, Stover Harvest Issue Team, 2011 current Grain Quality Issue Team, Professional Development, Council of Extension Professionals, 2011 Awards committee, VP Extension, , Chair 2011 Member Issues and Concerns, Council of Extension Professionals, International Activities U.S. AID Farmer-to-Farmer program, Ukraine, corn and soybean production expert; 2010, 2013, 2016 Hosting international groups Ukraine, crop production and management, nutrient management, grain handling; 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 Presenting to international groups Brazil, crop production and management, soybean cyst nematode management; 2010, 2012, 2014 Canada, soybean production and management; 2010 Argentina, crop production and management; 2011, 2014, 2016 (2 groups)