Indiana Corn Marketing Council Appoints Dan Quinn as Agronomy Extension Specialist
The Indiana Corn Marketing Council (ICMC) has officially appointed Dan Quinn, an assistant professor of agronomy at Purdue University’s College of Agriculture, as its Extension specialist in agronomy. Quinn has served as Purdue Extension’s corn specialist since 2021 and will continue in this capacity, focusing on corn research, Extension programs, and agricultural education throughout Indiana. ICMC President Susan Brocksmith emphasized the council's belief that robust research is crucial for fostering healthier fields, improved crops, higher yields, and more profitable farms in the state. Purdue’s College of Agriculture Dean, Bernie Engel, lauded Quinn’s ability to translate scientific research into practical solutions for Indiana’s agricultural community. Quinn, who holds degrees from Michigan State University and the University of Kentucky, directs his research and Extension efforts toward enhancing corn production, farm profitability, and environmental sustainability across the Midwest. Laura Bowling, h...