Dr. Kevin Kenworthy
Professor, Plant Breeding & Molecular Genetics
Dr. Kenworthy serves as the lead investigator for two major breeding research programs currently underway as a joint effort between the Turfgrass Producers of Florida, Florida Foundation Seed Producers (FFSP), and Sod Solutions. Kenworthy developed the programs with grower input to be responsive to the needs of the industry and included scientists from related departments such as entomology and plant pathology. These efforts resulted in holistic programs that are able to assess for specific traits or problems and to identify potential issues before a grass is released. He was also instrumental in securing grants for two Specialty Crops Research Initiative (SCRI) programs focused on developing cultivars with better drought and salinity tolerance. Those programs brought together breeders and researchers from multiple disciplines at five southern region universities, including UF, to exchange materials for testing under a wide variety of conditions.
Contact Information
352-262-8719
Office:
Main Campus
Building 350
Gainesville, FL 32611
Mailing Address:
Main Campus
PO Box 110500
Building 350
Gainesville, FL 32611