Joey Jedlicka

Joey Jedlicka has a diverse work experience in the agricultural industry. Joey began their career at Monsanto Company in 2005, working as a Summer Researcher for three consecutive summers. In this role, they collected physiological measurements on corn, soybeans, and cotton plants, as well as assisted in DNA/RNA extractions. Joey then joined the Faculty of Agriculture at Alexandria University as a Student Lab Assistant in 2008, where they conducted research on soil science.

In 2009, Joey joined SGS - Alvey Ag Research as a Research Technician before moving on to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. At the university, they worked as a PhD Student and Graduate Research Assistant in the Soybean Breeding Program. In addition to managing their dissertation project, Joey contributed to the overall management of the breeding program and engaged in productive discussions with fellow students and faculty members.

Joey later joined Bayer Crop Science in 2014 and held two different roles. Joey first worked as a Soybean Germplasm Enhancement Breeder, responsible for managing a breeding program and developing new technologies and breeding concepts. Later, Joey took on the role of Plant Health Product Development Lead, where they focused on developing plant health products.

Currently, Joey is working at Farmer's Business Network, Inc. as the Senior Director of Corn Breeding and Product Development. Joey'sresponsibilities in this position include overseeing corn breeding and product development initiatives.

Overall, Joey Jedlicka's work experience demonstrates their expertise in agricultural research, breeding, and product development.

Joey Jedlicka pursued higher education, starting in 2005, at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. Joey completed their Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Biological Sciences in 2009. Afterward, Joey Jedlicka continued their academic journey at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln from 2009 to 2014. During this time, they obtained their Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in Molecular Plant Breeding and Genetics.