James D. Kelly

James Kelly

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University Distinguished Professor; dry bean breeding and genetics
Saginaw Valley Research and Extension Center

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Degrees:
B.S., Queens University of Belfast, N. Ireland, 1968, Botany
B. Agr. (Hons.), Queens University of Belfast, N. Ireland, 1969, Agricultural Botany
M.S., 1971, University of Wisconsin, 1971, Plant Breeding & Genetics
Ph.D., 1974, University of Wisconsin, 1974, Plant Breeding & Genetics, Minor: Botany

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Saginaw Valley Research and Extension Center


Saginaw Valley Research and Extension Center
University Distinguished Professor; dry bean breeding and genetics

Plant and Soil Sciences Building
1066 Bogue Street, Room 370
East Lansing, MI 48824

Area of Expertise:

Dry bean breeding and genetics with emphasis on the use of molecular markers to assist in selection for yield, plant architecture, processing quality, drought tolerance and disease resistance; participation in international agricultural activities related to genetic improvement in beans through the Legume Innovation Lab.