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AGRONOMY GLEANINGS

Department of Agronomy and Plant Genetics, University of Minnesota

411 Borlaug Hall, 1991 Upper Buford Circle, St. Paul, MN 55108-6026

PHONE (612) 625-7773; FAX (612) 625-1268; E-MAIL agro@umn.edu

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May 12, 2009

ANNOUNCEMENTS

THE SHAPE-UP CHALLENGE FINALE LUNCH has been moved to Thursday, May 14, 12 noon, 306 Borlaug Hall. Shape-Up Challenge weekly drawing winners from Week 5 are:  Marilyn Swanson, Ted Jeo, Sheri Huerd, and Brian Seda. Congratulations!

SYNGENTA DEPARTMENTAL COFFEE, Thursday, May 21, 9:30 AM, Room 140 Plant Growth Facility. Hosted by Plant Growth & Field Plot Managers.

RETIREMENT RECEPTION. You are cordially invited to attend a retirement reception in honor of Dr. Deon D. Stuthman, Professor, University of Minnesota, Monday, June 22, 2009, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m., 306 Borlaug Hall, 1991 Upper Buford Circle, University of Minnesota, St. Paul Campus. Dr. Stuthman is retiring after 42+ years of working on oat genetics and oat improvement. He is a native of Nebraska and holds a BS degree from the University of Nebraska/Lincoln, and MS and PhD degrees from Purdue University. He and his wife Judy look forward to spending more time with their two daughters and their families in Minnesota. We encourage you to submit a letter or photograph to be compiled into a remembrance book for Deon or, if you prefer, to send a personal email directly to him (stuth001@umn.edu). Also, we invite you to contribute toward the purchase of a retirement gift for Deon. Please send letters/photos/etc. for the book and/or gift contribution by June 10 to: Jean Swanson or Jim Anderson, Agronomy and Plant Genetics, University of Minnesota, 411 Borlaug Hall, 1991 Upper Buford Circle, St. Paul, MN 55108-6026. If you have questions, please contact either Jim Anderson (612-625-9763, ander319@umn.edu) or Jean Swanson (612-625-2740, swans008@umn.edu). We hope you will be able to attend Deon Stuthman’s retirement reception to congratulate him on his outstanding career and wish him well on his retirement. Please RSVP by June 10 to Jean Swanson if you are planning to attend.

SIEHL PRIZE PUBLIC AWARD CEREMONY, Thursday, May 14th, 3:30 p.m., Continuing Education and Conference Center. 2009 Siehl Prize laureates:

* Bob Christensen - Production Agriculture

* A. Forrest Troyer - Agribusiness

* William Hueg - Academic

RSVP online:

http://www.cfans.umn.edu/siehlprize/contact.htm

CONDOLENCES. Peter H. Graham, Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, U of M Professor (Dept of Soil, Water, & Climate), died suddenly on May 9, 2009. Survived by loving wife of 47 years, Rosemary; children, Michael (Joanne), Geoff (Dale), Michelle Graham. Grandchildren, Kealan, Sydney, Samantha, Eric and Matthew. Memorial service Wednesday, May 13th, 1 PM at HOLCOMB-HENRY-BOOM FUNERAL HOME (651-482-7606), 515 W. Hwy 96, Shoreview. There will be a gathering from 12 pm until time of service. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Salvation Army or a charity of choice. Cards or letters may be sent to the Graham Family at 1253 Wynridge Drive, Arden Hills, MN  55112.

APS BARBECUE FOR FACULTY, STAFF, AND GRAD STUDENTS, Thursday, May 14th, 4:30-6:30pm. Long semester and tireless work schedule got you down? If so, sorry. If not, great. Either way, come join the APS Grad Club for our 2nd Annual End-of-Semester Barbecue/Mixer on Thursday, May 14th from 4:30-6:30 on the Borlaug Hall patio. The Grad Club will provide burgers, brats, beer, and some non-alcohol alternatives. So come join us (must be 21 or over).

MINNESOTA LANDSCAPE ARBORETUM, “Eat Yourself Healthy: A Delicious Path to Change . . . One Meal at a Time!,” Saturday, May 16, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.  Register online at http://www.arboretum.umn.edu

2009 UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION DEPARTMENTAL EXPO, Thursday, June 4, 1:30-4:30 pm, North Star Ballroom, St. Paul Student Center.  Registration for the event is $5; please register by May 28th to ensure accompanying materials. Registration and further information can be found at: http://fscn.cfans.umn.edu/newsandevents. In addition to the academic displays, the Expo will also feature hors d’oeuvres of University of Minnesota cheeses and meats as well as wine tasting provided by local wineries that grow U of M developed grapes. Questions? Please contact Katie Koecher, kkoecher@umn.edu for further information.

UPDATE YOUR U CARD. If your current U Card has an issue date of January 9, 2002, or before, it’s time to visit the U Card Office to obtain your FREE replacement U Card. St. Paul Gym U Card Office hours: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, 5-7pm; Wednesdays & Saturdays, 11am-1pm; Fridays & Sundays, Closed.

SEMINARS

Wednesday, May 13

MPGI SPRING COLLOQUIA, Neil Olszewski, Department of Plant Biology, “What is the function of O-GlcNAc modification of proteins?,” 12:00 pm, 105 Cargill Building for Microbial and Plant Genomics.

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENTS

(Posted in notebook in 411 Borlaug Hall)

PENN STATE UNIVERSITY

Plant Scientist/Scientist-In-Charge, Southeast Agricultural Research & Extension Center, Landisville, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. MS or PhD in agronomy, horticulture, or closely related discipline. Closing Date: Until a suitable candidate is identified. http://www.cas.psu.edu/

NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY

Assistant/Associate Professor, Weed Scientist, Weed Control in North Dakota Cropping Systems, Department of Plant Sciences, Fargo, ND. PhD in weed science or a related discipline. Closing date:  July 1, 2009 or until position filled.

UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS

Assistant/Associate Professor, Wheat/Winter Grains Breeding and Genetics, Department of Crop, Soil, and Environmental Sciences, Fayetteville, AR. PhD degree in plant breeding and genetics is required.  Closing date:  June 15, 2009.