Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Honors And Licenses
Publications
References
Timeline
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H. Randall Smith, PhD

Ovett,MS

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Scientist

Bio Soil Enhancers, Inc.
Hattiesburg, MS
07.2020 - Current
  • Developed and executed research projects to identify new methods for product development.
  • Analyzed data from experiments using statistical software packages.
  • Reviewed scientific literature to stay up-to-date on current trends in the field of agriculture.
  • Created reports summarizing results of experiments and presented findings at team meetings.
  • Maintained accurate records of all experiments conducted.
  • Collaborated with colleagues across different departments to ensure successful project completion.
  • Established relationships with external vendors to obtain necessary supplies for laboratory work.
  • Managed budgets related to research projects, ensuring funds were allocated appropriately.
  • Evaluated existing processes for improvement opportunities and implemented changes accordingly.
  • Drafted grant proposals seeking funding from government agencies or private foundations.
  • Performed troubleshooting when problems arose during experiment execution or data analysis.
  • Conducted experiments for product development purposes in laboratory settings.
  • Developed reports and recommendations regarding research outcomes.
  • Maintained field equipment and performed troubleshooting techniques to keep tools fully operational.
  • Met pertinent milestones while managing multiple projects at once.
  • Documented all processes during experiments, keeping meticulous notes of unexpected changes.
  • Supported organization in maintaining work environment focused on scientific integrity and quality while fostering learning, open communication, collaboration and teamwork.
  • Wrote, compiled and edited assigned portions of proposals and project reports to achieve grant writing and publication objectives.
  • Reviewed project activities and prepared and reviewed research, testing or operational reports.
  • Prepared new research proposals and applied for grants.
  • Entered test data into analysis programs and databases to assess results.
  • Developed products and treatments based on results of applied research.

State Plant Science Specialist

Alcorn State University Extension Program
Lorman, MS
06.2018 - 06.2020
  • To develop programs relative to all pertinent crops grown in Mississippi including crops like cotton, soybeans, corn, forages, horticulture crops (tomatoes, bell peppers, cucumbers, greens), herbs
  • Answer questions regarding production of all crops listed above relative to weed control, disease control, fertility, integrated crop management, nematode management, irrigation and return on investment
  • Develop agent and grower training modules regarding the above listed disciplines
  • Write grants to obtain additional funding
  • Build and maintain a team among all entities within the agricultural group at Alcorn State University
  • Answer all grower and agent questions
  • Work with and develop farmer's markets
  • Manage research facilities and revise them to make them more efficient and beneficial to grower information
  • Develop marketing concepts to show-case strengths of the Alcorn Extension Program
  • Develop formulas and spread-sheets show-casing economic impacts of the Alcorn State Extension Program
  • Develop and build programs in conjunctions with the sister university, Mississippi State University

Area Agronomist

Mississippi Cooperative Extension Service
Collins, MS
01.2008 - 06.2018
  • To develop educational programs relative to cotton, soybeans, corn and forages across a 23 county region
  • To serve as a source of information for growers and county directors in the region
  • To conduct demonstrations and research to educate growers
  • To summarize data and develop final reports in a timely and professional manner
  • To write newsletters that addresses specific needs
  • To improve grower profitability and introduce new technologies
  • To improve relations among dealerships, basic companies, consultants, growers and county directors
  • To find new systems that increases yield and profitability

County Agent

L.S.U. AgCenter
St. Joseph, LA
01.2007 - 01.2008
  • To educate growers about new varieties and technologies
  • To educate growers about new chemistries
  • To evaluate new and old products
  • To build relationships among growers, consultants and basic company representatives
  • To develop a team among Extension and Research in the L.S.U. system

Technical Sales Representative

Beltwide Cotton Genetics
McCrory, AR
01.2006 - 01.2007
  • To bring new growers into the Beltwide Cotton Genetics family who never used these products due to my knowledge of integrated cropping systems and technologies
  • To seek and secure new market opportunities for new cotton varieties
  • To position varieties containing BollGard II/Roundup Ready Flex technologies
  • To educate the user of the economic importance of this technology and varieties
  • To enhance working relations with Extension and University personnel

Technical Sales Representative

UAP
Greenwood, MS
11.2003 - 07.2005
  • To increase the number of growers using UAP products due to my services
  • To seek and secure new market opportunities
  • To increase sales in areas of cotton, soybeans, corn, forage and horticultural crops
  • To serve as a source of technical information

Technical Service Representative

Delta and Pine Land
Scott, MS
04.1998 - 12.2003
  • To increase the number of large growers using Delta and Pine Land services and products
  • To increase and maintain sales of Delta and Pine Land cotton and soybean seed and their respective Monsanto technologies
  • Develop sales tools based on return-on-investment that would increase sales
  • Conduct trainings and tours for sales, growers, consultants and dealers
  • Conduct a variety and technology-testing program
  • To work with technology and chemical partners
  • To publish papers for professional organizations

Field Development/Technical Service Representative

Rhone Poulenc Ag Company
Research Triangle Park, NC
06.1996 - 04.1998
  • To increase the number of large growers using Rhone Poulenc Ag Company services and products
  • To launch and position new products pertaining to cotton, soybeans and corn
  • To increase and maintain markets of old products pertaining to cotton, soybeans and corn
  • To train salesmen and develop sales tools pertinent for market success
  • To build an Integrated Crop Management program around cotton varieties and chemistry
  • To publish papers for professional publications

Area Cotton Specialist (Agronomist)

Mississippi Cooperative Extension Service
Greenwood, MS
06.1985 - 06.1996
  • To train growers, consultants and dealers in the areas of cotton, com, soybeans, and forage and pastures
  • To evaluate new concepts of production that would minimize inputs and maximize yield
  • To organize demonstrations, meetings, develop publications and conduct research projects relative to cotton, com and soybeans
  • To publish papers for professional organizations

Education

Ph.D. - Agronomy

Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS
05.2016

Master of Science - Weed Science

Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS
05.1985

Bachelor of Science - Plant Pathology

Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS
05.1982

Skills

  • Excellent computer skills
  • Excellent understanding of dealing with new product registration
  • Excellent in research and launch of new products
  • Excellent in training and motivational techniques
  • Excellent dealing with people skills
  • Excellent leader and manager
  • Excellent in market development and market direction
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Good in forecasting and budgeting
  • Excellent knowledge in managing row crops, germplasms, and technologies
  • Excellent knowledge of cotton, soybean, corn technologies, and horticulture crops
  • Excellent in Integrated Crop Management Systems

Honors And Licenses

  • Graduated Summa Cum Laude and Magna Cum Laude
  • Rhone Poulenc Star Performance Awards, 1997
  • Certified Crop Advisor
  • Certified Crop Consultant and Commercial Applicator-Category 10

Publications

Layton, Blake and H. Randall Smith. 1990. Control of soybean loopers with the combinations of labeled insecticides. Insecticide and Acaricide Tests. Vol. 15. 289.

Layton, Blake, Jim Hammer and Randy Smith. 1991. Control of soybean insects in Mississippi. Insecticide and Acaricide Tests. Vol. 16. 222-223

Layton, M.B., H.R. Smith. 1996. Cotton aphid infestations m Mississippi. Efficacy of selected insecticides and impact on yield. 892-894.

Lazor, Robert L., H. Randall Smith and Hollis H. Allen. 1989. Low-maintenance prairie restoration at Saylorville Lake. Rec. Notes R-89-1. 1-5.

Presley, J., R. Smith, K. Welch, L. Dill and Q. Zaumbrecher. 1999. Performance of Deltapine Seed Bollgard cotton varieties in the North Delta. Proceedings of Beltwide Cotton Conference. 478.

McCarty, William H., A. Mills and R. Smith. 2000. Evaluation of Roundup Ready Cotton tolerance to Roundup Ultra herbicide in commercial size plots in Mississippi. Proceedings of Beltwide Cotton Conference. 661.

McCarty, William H., A. Mills and R. Smith. 2001. Evaluation of Roundup Ready Cotton tolerance to Roundup Ultra herbicide in commercial size plots in Mississippi. Proceedings of Beltwide Cotton Conference.

Shaw, D.R., H.R. Smith, A.W. Cole and C.E. Snipes. 1987. Influence of environmental factors on smallflower morninglory (Jacquemontia tamnifolia). Weed Science. 35: 519-523

Shaw, Richard, H.S. Yang, B.K.Rowe, H. Randall Smith and B. Deter. 1997. Summary of research results with Fipronil for control of plant bugs on cotton. Proceedings ofBeltwide Cotton Conference. 1043.

Snipes, C.E., H. R. Smith, D.R. Shaw and L.L.Whatley. 1987. Influence of cultivation and herbicides on control of smallflower morninglory in soybeans. MAFES Research Report. Vol. 11, No. 19.

Smith, H. Randall, William H. McCarty and Jay Phelps. 1996. Impacts of Temik on cotton in nematode soils. Proceedings of Beltwide Cotton Conference. 1188.

Smith, H.R., R. A. Shaw, S. D. Lee, C.W. Hogue, B.J. Geddie, T. Fava, W.H. McCarty and Jay Phelps. 1997. Effects of Temik (Aldicarb Brand Pesticide) applied sidedress to cotton compared to at­ planting treatments of Temik. Proceedings of Beltwide Cotton Conference. 1409-1412.

Smith, H. R., R. A. Shaw, H.J. Darbonne and C.W. Mccowan. 1977. Summary of Finish EUP on cotton in Mississippi and Louisiana. Proceedings of Beltwide Cotton Conference. 1368-1370.

Smith, H.R., R. E. Turnage and B. Harris. 1998. Temik 15 G compared to seed treatments on Paymaster 1215 BT cotton variety. Proceedings of Beltwide Cotton Conference. 1432-1437.

Smith, H. R., R.E. Turnage and B. Harris. 1998. Effects of Temik 15 G on earliness and yield of transgenic and non-transgenic cotton varieties. Proceedings of Beltwide Cotton Conference. 1429-1432.

Smith, H.R., C. Bowlin, M. Martein, L. Shaw, J.R. Sims, B. Posey, K. Welch and Q. Zaumbrecher. 1999. Performance summary of Bollgard cotton varieties across the South Delta of Arkansas, Louisiana and Mississippi. Proceedings of Beltwide Cotton Conference. 479.

Coccaro, John and H.Randall Smith. 2003. Return on investment of cotton varieties grown in the South Delta of Mississippi during 2002. Proceedings of Beltwide Cotton Conference. In Press.

Coccaro, John, Alvin Rhodes and H. Randall Smith. 2003. Effects of plant growth regulators on Delta and Pine Land 555 BG/R. Proceedings of Beltwide Cotton Conference.

Smith, H. Randall, G.W. Lawrence, K.S. Lawrence, R. K. Harkess and C.J. Conger. 2013. Growth and development of five upland cotton (Gossypium hirsutum) varieties in renif01m (Rotylenchulus reniformis) infested soils. Poster session. Beltwide Cotton Conference.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Lead Scientist

Bio Soil Enhancers, Inc.
07.2020 - Current

State Plant Science Specialist

Alcorn State University Extension Program
06.2018 - 06.2020

Area Agronomist

Mississippi Cooperative Extension Service
01.2008 - 06.2018

County Agent

L.S.U. AgCenter
01.2007 - 01.2008

Technical Sales Representative

Beltwide Cotton Genetics
01.2006 - 01.2007

Technical Sales Representative

UAP
11.2003 - 07.2005

Technical Service Representative

Delta and Pine Land
04.1998 - 12.2003

Field Development/Technical Service Representative

Rhone Poulenc Ag Company
06.1996 - 04.1998

Area Cotton Specialist (Agronomist)

Mississippi Cooperative Extension Service
06.1985 - 06.1996

Ph.D. - Agronomy

Mississippi State University

Master of Science - Weed Science

Mississippi State University

Bachelor of Science - Plant Pathology

Mississippi State University

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