Edward L. Lubbers
Associate Cotton Breeder
Education:
| 1987 Ph.D Agronomy and Plant Genetics | University of Arizona |
| 1979 M.S. Agronomy and Plant Breeding | Kansas State University |
| 1977 B.A. (Biology) | Saint Mary of the Plains College |
Summary:
A senior level Research Scientist with over 15 years experience in plant breeding and agricultural biotechnology. Proven success in initiating and developing cotton-breeding program in the South. Identified additional public germplasm resulting in an excellent yielding, stable variety, Phytogen PSC355. Business partner with experience in product analysis, marketing, new business development and community relations. Analytical leader with expertise in sound technical decisions and developing business strategy within the overall fiscal framework of the company. Experienced in analyzing genetic diversity of cotton with DNA markers as well as developing cotton germplasm resources with marker assisted breeding for enhancing cotton genetic diversity.