Wade Kent
Graduate Research Assistant
Project:
My project focuses on hybrid performance in continuous corn cropping systems. By analyzing root density, plant biomass and certain alleopathic characteristics I hope to better define qualities that are important for continuous corn.
Background:
I was born and raised on a row crop farm near Algona, Iowa. I have been involved with my family’s farming operation since high school and those experiences lead me to agronomy at Iowa State University.
Education:
B.S. in Agronomy with a secondary major in Seed Science. Iowa State University. 2007.
Work Experience:
Channel Bio. Corp. - BioFuture, Technical Support Agronomy Intern (Summer 2007)
Pioneer Hi-Bred Trait Integration, Research Intern (Summer 2006)
ISU Seed Science Lab (2006)
Pioneer Hi-Bred, Seed Production Intern (Summers 2004-2005)
USDA National Soil Tilth Laboratory, Biological Research Intern (2003-2005)
Ag Advisory Ltd. (Summers 2000-2003)
R.B. Kent Farms (1999-Present)
