The Midwest Area (MWA) includes 13 research locations in nine mid-western states. The MWA strives to deliver cutting-edge, scientific tools and innovative solutions for American farmers, producers, industry, and communities to support the nourishment and well-being of all people. Our research solutions aim to sustain our nation’s agroecosystems and natural resources, ensure the economic competitiveness and excellence of agriculture, and to find solutions to agricultural problems that affect Americans every day, from field to table. The MWA also provides global leadership in agricultural discovers through scientific excellence. Our scientists frequently collaborate with research partners from universities, companies, other organizations, and other countries. 

Rosalind James Area Director	Email: Rosalind.James@usda.gov Phone: (309) 681–6602
Jay V. Johnson Associate Area Director	Email: Jay.Johnson@usda.gov Phone: (309) 681–6601
Jeff Vallet Associate Area Director	Email: Jeff.Vallet@usda.gov Phone: (309) 681–6601
Sherri Buxton Management Analyst	Email: Sherri.Buxton@usda.gov Phone: (309) 681–6602
Kenneth Doll Technology Transfer Coordinator	Email: Kenneth.Doll@usda.gov Phone: (309) 273–4298
Babette Davis Technology Transfer Assistant	Email: Babette.Davis@usda.gov Phone: (309) 370-7930
Brittney Jones Program Analyst	Email: Brittney.Jones@usda.gov Phone: (309) 273-3901
Chad Henry Program Analyst	Email: Chad.Henry@usda.gov Phone: (309) 410-4386
Melinda Nunnally Outreach Specialist	Email: Melinda.Nunnally@usda.gov Phone: (309) 554-3539

 

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