Chris Sparks

Chris Sparks has over 20 years of experience in the agricultural sector, currently serving as Operations Manager at La Crosse Seed since April 2017. Prior to this role, Chris held positions at Monsanto Company, including Operations Lead and Assistant Testing Operations Manager, from May 2013 to April 2017. Chris began career as a Research Associate at BASF Plant Science from October 2003 to April 2013 and also worked as a Soil Technician at Midwest Independent Soil Samplers. Earlier experience includes serving as Warehouse and Bagging Supervisor at Iowa Corn Processors LC from May 2001 to August 2002. Chris holds a Bachelor's degree in Agronomy and Horticulture from Northwest Missouri State University, completed between 2000 and 2003.