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Agronomy Expert Witnesses
Agribusiness suppliers, seed and chemical manufacturers, and commercial growers face litigation whenever crop performance, soil conditions, or herbicide and pesticide application is challenged as the cause of a claimed agricultural loss. These disputes commonly involve product liability and contract claims alleging that a herbicide, pesticide, or seed product damaged a grower’s crop, disputes between growers and agribusiness suppliers over yield shortfalls attributed to soil or input performance, and construction and maintenance disputes involving turfgrass systems such as golf courses and athletic fields. Because crop and turf performance depends on the interaction of soil chemistry, weather, and management practices, the central issue in these cases is typically whether a claimed loss resulted from a product or practice defect rather than from agronomic factors outside any party’s control. Resolving that question requires specialized expertise in soil science, crop physiology, and herbicide or pesticide chemistry.
An agronomy expert examines soil test data, crop production records, and product application history to determine whether a claimed crop or turf loss resulted from a product defect, an application error, or agronomic factors such as weather and soil conditions. That analysis often distinguishes between herbicide or pesticide-related crop injury and damage attributable to other agronomic causes, which is central to liability determinations in product liability and contract disputes. In turfgrass and sports field matters, the expert’s understanding of soil chemistry and turf management supports causation analysis by clarifying whether a construction, maintenance, or product issue caused the claimed damage. This same expertise strengthens litigation strategy by giving counsel a framework for challenging an opposing expert’s causation theory.
Because agronomic disputes require specialized scientific expertise in soil chemistry, crop physiology, and herbicide or pesticide science, selecting an expert with direct research or field experience in the relevant crop or turf system is essential. The experts we can provide include agronomists and crop scientists with backgrounds spanning soil science, weed science, and turfgrass management, many of whom have conducted field research on the specific crops and products at issue. Round Table Group has completed more than 75,000 expert searches for litigators, and we apply that experience to match counsel with agronomy experts whose specific technical background fits the case. Let us help you find the right agronomy expert for your case by calling us at (202) 908-4500.
Here are a few of our favorite Agronomy Expert Witnesses:
Washington Agronomy Expert #7065
I have 33 years of experience and specialize in the field of agronomy with specific knowledge in the areas of turfgrass science, sports turf and fertilizer use. I have published on such topics as how to build successful sports fields, golf maintenance and environmental concerns with turfgrass. I have testified on chemical use, fertilizer use and grass seed.
South Carolina Agronomy, Agriculture Expert #19943
I have 27 years of experience, and specialize in the field of agriculture with specific knowledge in the areas of agronomy, crops and soils.
Nebraska Agronomy, Soil Fertility Expert #24290
I have 30 years of experience and specialize in the field of crop production, with specific knowledge of agronomy, weed science and entomology.
Colorado Agronomy, Crop Science Expert #25836
I have 25 years of experience, and specialize in the field of agronomy with specific knowledge of general crop science, new crops and alternative crops. I have published on such topics as agronomy, irrigated agriculture and crop variety development. I have testified on the effects of crop disease.
Alabama Agronomy, Horticulture Expert #26080
I have 20 years of experience, and specialize in the field of agricultural science with specific knowledge in the areas of plant scienc, agronomy and crop physiology. I have published on such topics as medicinal plants with antidiabetic properties, canola production and organic production.
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Wisconsin Agronomy Expert #32659
I have 30 years of experience and specialize in the field of agronomy, with specific knowledge of corn, soybeans and alfalfa.
Texas Agronomy, Sorghum, Energy Crops Expert #33073
I have 17 years of experience in the field of agronomy, plant breeding, and genetics, with specific knowledge in the areas of sorghum and energy crops. I have published on such topics as genetic inheritance of agronmically important traits and crop development for alternative uses.
Nebraska Agronomy, Horticulture, Fires Expert #40324
I have 20 years of experience, and specialize in the field of agronomy / horticulture, with specific knowledge in the areas of herbicides, crop evaluation and range fires. I have published on such topics as photographic documentation of crop damage and steps to take following herbicide invasion on high value crops. I have testified on chemical invasion on high value crop and water invasion from neighboring farm.
North Carolina Agronomy, Agronomic Research Expert #46255
I have 12 years of experience, and specialize in the field of cotton and tobacco production with specific knowledge in the areas of agronomy, physiology and weed science. I have published on such topics as cotton agronomy, cotton weed science and tobacco pesticide residues. I have testified on cotton damage losses.
Ohio Golf Course Management, Agronomy Expert #52793
I have 23 years of experience, and specialize in the field of golf course architecture with specific knowledge in the areas of environmental design, construction and maintenance. I have published on such topics as environmental design, safety and risk management and golf course architecture. My professional life has taken me around the world to experience many cultures and methodologies of golf course design, construction, maintenance and management.
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Questions Attorneys Ask About Agronomy Expert Witnesses:
An agronomy expert is typically needed when a product liability or contract claim alleges that a herbicide, pesticide, or seed product damaged a crop, when a grower disputes a yield shortfall attributed to soil or input performance, or when a turfgrass construction or maintenance dispute turns on soil and agronomic conditions. Counsel often retains the expert once soil test data and product application records are available so the analysis can inform liability strategy.
These experts can evaluate whether a claimed crop or turf loss resulted from a product defect, an application error, or agronomic factors such as weather and soil conditions, and can assess soil chemistry and crop physiology relevant to a yield dispute. They can also address turfgrass construction and maintenance issues affecting golf courses and athletic fields.
Direct research or field experience in the specific crop, turf system, or agronomic discipline at issue, such as weed science or soil chemistry, is an important indicator of credibility. Prior testifying experience and familiarity with the relevant product and regional agronomic conditions also help counsel anticipate how the expert will perform under cross-examination.
The expert’s technical analysis often determines whether a crop or turf loss is attributable to a product defect or application error rather than to ordinary agronomic risk, which is the central causation question in most agronomy disputes. That same analysis supports damages calculations by quantifying losses attributable to the alleged defect or error.
Round Table Group works with counsel to define the specific soil science and crop questions the case presents, then sources and speaks with candidates whose agronomic research background matches those needs. We assess directly relevant experience, confirm interest and availability, perform conflict checks, and present qualified options so counsel can select the right expert for the case.
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