Darren Robinson

Dr. Darren Robinson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Plant Agriculture at the University of Guelph, based at the Ridgetown Campus. He holds a Ph.D. in Weed Crop Competition (University of Guelph), an M.Sc. in Plant Pathology (University of Manitoba), and a B.Sc. in Biology (University of Winnipeg).

• Specializes in weed management in vegetable crops
• Focuses on cultural practices and soil fertility effects on crop-weed competition
• Investigates herbicide residue impacts on high-value crop production

His research emphasizes integrated weed management strategies, with recent work addressing pyroxasulfone residues, linuron-resistant green pigweed control, and cover crop integration. Key publications span herbicide efficacy, weed-crop interactions, and sustainable practices in corn, beet, pea, and bean systems. No explicit awards or grants are documented in the provided texts. He recruits students with expertise in plant-soil relationships and weedicides.