Support Being Requested for UF DPM/DPH Program

Randall Weiseman February 17, 2011 Citrus, Cotton, Field Crops, Florida, General, Nursery Crops, Peanuts, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

The USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture has indicated they would provide funding support for a Doctor of Plant Medicine (DPM) and Doctor of Plant Health (DPH) programs at the University of Florida, contingent on the expression of industry need and support.

Send your letters of support to Madeline Mellinger for assembly and delivery by February 22, 2011.

Madeline Mellinger
Founder and President
Glades Crop Care, Inc.
949 Turner Quay
Jupiter, FL 33458

Office: 561.746.3740
mmellinger@gladescropcare.com

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