Michael Burton

Dr. Michael Burton serves as the Center Director of the UF/IFAS Southwest Florida Research and Education Center (SWFREC), part of the University of Florida. Previously, he held academic positions at North Carolina State University and Missouri State University. His career combines agricultural research with public policy expertise.

Education:

• Bachelor's in Political Science, DePauw University
• Master's in Public Policy, The Ohio State University
• Master's in Crop Nutrition and Seed Physiology, The Ohio State University
• PhD in Agronomy (Weed Ecology), University of Nebraska

Research Focus: Specializes in agronomic challenges such as weed ecology, crop nutrition optimization, and seed physiology, with an emphasis on integrating agricultural science and policy solutions. His work supports sustainable farming practices in diverse ecosystems, including southwest Florida's unique agricultural landscapes.

Contact: 2685 SR 29 North, Immokalee, FL 34142 | (239) 658-3413