Expertise:
Mr. Ackerson's expertise is in overseeing crop protection and development.
Major Product/SVS:
Consulting Services on Science, Technology and Agriculture
Hobbies/Sports:
Gardening, Reading, Fishing, Woodworking
Education Degrees:
Ph.D. in Agriculture, with a Concentration in Plant Physiology, Texas Tech University (1977); Master of Arts in Biology, with a Concentration in Botany, University of California, Riverside (1973); Bachelor of Arts in Biology, with a Concentration in Botany (1972)
Affiliations Awards:
Sigma Xi; Former Board Member, American Society of Agronomy; Former Board Member, Crop Science Society of America; Former Board Member, American Association for the Advancement of Science; Former Board Member, American Society of Plant Biologists
Number Of Years In Profession:
31
Number Of Years In Current Position:
2
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his hard work and perseverance.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession through a natural progression of opportunities.
Extended Bio Profile:
Mr. Ackerson helps companies with new products and technologies.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Consulting on Key Projects and Processes in Science, Technology and Agriculture and Major Companies for Crop Protection Products, Conducting Research
Awards/Honors:
Award, Wheat Science Society of Japan (1989); DuPont Marketing Excellence Award (1989)