Uw-Madison Potato Variety Development Program Manager And Station Superintendent
Rhinelander Agricultural Research Station (Rars), University Of Wisconsin-Madiso
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UW-Madison Potato Variety Development Program Manager and Station Superintendent
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Rhinelander Agricultural Research Station (RARS), University of Wisconsin-Madiso
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UW-Madison Potato Variety Development Program Manager and Station Superintendent
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Rhinelander, Wisconsin, United States
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Becky B. Eddy is listed as UW-Madison Potato Variety Development Program Manager and Station Superintendent at Rhinelander Agricultural Research Station (RARS), University of Wisconsin-Madiso, based in Rhinelander, Wisconsin, United States. AeroLeads shows a matched LinkedIn profile for Becky B. Eddy.
Becky B. Eddy previously worked as UW-Madison Potato Variety Development Program Manager and Station Superintendent at Rhinelander Agricultural Research Station (Rars), University Of Wisconsin-Madison and Associate Reseacher and Station Superintendent at Rhinelander Agricultural Research Station (Rars), University Of Wisconsin-Madison. Becky B. Eddy holds Masters Of Science, Horticulture (Weed Science) from University Of Wisconsin-Madison.
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With a track record and over 20 years of experience as an award-winning Potato Variety Development Manager for the UW-Madison Potato Breeding program and Station Superintendent at the Rhinelander Agricultural Research Station, I possess a history of delivering results in research, field operations, and greenhouse management for potato and small fruit breeding programs. Among my many talents, I have an in depth understanding of training, development, and maintaining current knowledge of growing techniques and technologies to further research initiatives. I am highly adept in building partnerships and collaborating with other researchers, growers, and personnel, utilizing innovation problem solving and analytical skills to improve processes and standards, eliminating waste and inefficiencies. My reputation as a goal-oriented leader with expertise in communications, implementing new and improved processes, and supporting teams of dedicated individuals in all programs, projects, and pursuits, is demonstrated in my current role. Connect with me if you are looking to network with other industry professionals.
Listed skills include Potato Breeding, Potatoes, Agronomy, Research, and 20 others.
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Rhinelander Agricultural Research Station (Rars), University Of Wisconsin-Madiso
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Uw-Madison Potato Variety Development Program Manager And Station Superintendent
Rhinelander Agricultural Research Station (Rars), University Of Wisconsin-Madison
In this role, I managed the establishment and care for field research and rotational cover crop plots including tillage, planting, spraying, irrigating, cultivating, scouting, and harvesting over 50,000 clones per year. I oversaw activities for greenhouse production of seedling mini-tubers and advanced potato breeding lines. I performed hybridization to generate true potato seed; test and track virus levels. I evaluated potato breeding lines for yield, dormancy, specific gravity, fry color, internal defects, and other commercially important traits. Additionally, I assisted breeders with Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs) and preparation of Plant Variety Protection (PVP) applications for new UW varieties. As Program Manager, I also oversaw a variety of activities including event hosting, educational programs, labor force acquisition, procurement, and management of all staff.My key accomplishments and contributions included:-Named inventor on seven potato varieties.-Awarded Outstanding ARS Staff by CALS-ARS January 2023.-Awarded Outstanding Women in Wisconsin Agriculture Award in April 2020 by Badger Common'Tater.-Allocated annual budget, leading planning and strategy, expense tracking and allocation, as well as oversee revenue and billing functions. -Generated annual revenue from oat grain, straw, timber, and potato sales.-Represented program and university at annual harvesting charity event, championing coordination of over 150 volunteers. -Promoted to Superintendent in 3 years.
Associate Reseacher And Station Superintendent
Rhinelander Agricultural Research Station (Rars), University Of Wisconsin-Madison
2017 - 2019
~2 yrs
Associate Researcher & Co-Manager
Rhinelander Agricultural Research Station (Rars), University Of Wisconsin-Madison
Assigned to the Agronomy and Breeding Research Programs associated with the discovery and development of novel potato germplasm for the creation of proprietary chipping varieties.
2015 - 2017
~2 yrs
Global Procurement Technician
Frito Lay Agricultural Operations And Development Research Station
As a Global Procurement Technician, I supervised all field trials to support Best Management Practices (BMP) and supported agronomic improvement associated with discovery and development of novel potato germplasm for creation of proprietary chipping varieties, specific to Frito Lay Global. I oversaw labor for greenhouses, environmental control programming, and irrigation and fertigation systems, scouting, pesticide applications on 60,000 clones. Managed 223-variety trials in Wisconsin and Florida. I also ensured all regulatory paperwork was audit ready and fully compliant with EPA and FDA guidelines.
2010 - 2015
~5 yrs
Research Horticulturist
Frito Lay Agricultural Operations And Development Research Station
In my role as a Research Horticulturist, I oversaw the Pepsico Fruit & Vegetable Research Center (PFVRC) germplasm repositories, tissue culture labs, field and greenhouse operations, environmental controls, and irrigation/fertigation systems. I successfully managed all genomic DNA grown for analytical teams from aeroponics, tissue culture, and greenhouse. I acted as the repository curator for Fragaria, Vaccinium, and Rubus species. I was principal contact and interface for all elements of sanitation program. My key contributions and highlights in this role included:-Implemented barcode inventory system with database management of accessions. -Completed advanced training in ambient and low temperature germplasm curation at ARS-USDA Corvallis. -Developed and implemented standard operation procedures (SOP) for program, ensuring zero risk of contamination.
2008 - 2010
~2 yrs
3 education records
Becky B. Eddy education
Masters Of Science, Horticulture (Weed Science)
Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Biology
Chemistry
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Becky B. Eddy works for Rhinelander Agricultural Research Station (RARS), University of Wisconsin-Madiso.
What is Becky B. Eddy's role at Rhinelander Agricultural Research Station (RARS), University of Wisconsin-Madiso?
Becky B. Eddy is listed as UW-Madison Potato Variety Development Program Manager and Station Superintendent at Rhinelander Agricultural Research Station (RARS), University of Wisconsin-Madiso.
Where is Becky B. Eddy based?
Becky B. Eddy is based in Rhinelander, Wisconsin, United States while working with Rhinelander Agricultural Research Station (RARS), University of Wisconsin-Madiso.
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Becky B. Eddy has worked for Rhinelander Agricultural Research Station (Rars), University Of Wisconsin-Madiso, Rhinelander Agricultural Research Station (Rars), University Of Wisconsin-Madison, and Frito Lay Agricultural Operations And Development Research Station.
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Becky B. Eddy holds Masters Of Science, Horticulture (Weed Science) from University Of Wisconsin-Madison.
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Becky B. Eddy is listed with skills including Potato Breeding, Potatoes, Agronomy, Research, Plant Breeding, Biotechnology, Laboratory, and Agriculture.
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