Roger Batts

Roger Batts is the IR-4 Field Research Director and EHRA Research Associate at North Carolina State University's Department of Horticultural Science. He leads field residue trials for pesticide registrations in minor crops, adhering to Good Laboratory Practices (GLP). His work focuses on herbicide efficacy and crop tolerance, with over 23 years of experience in agricultural research and extension programs.

Education includes a BS in Agronomy and Integrated Pest Management (1989), and an MS in Crop Science (1997), both from NC State. His expertise spans weed control, pesticide safety, and GLP compliance, with extensive involvement in herbicide trials and agricultural extension training.

Research interests emphasize minor crop pesticide registration, herbicide-crop interactions, and integrated pest management. His publications address weed tolerance to herbicides, residue trials, and chemical application strategies in crops like soybean, watermelon, and sweetpotato.

Awards include the 2003 IR-4 Meritorious Service Award and multiple contest recognitions for herbicide symptomology and sprayer calibration. He has completed specialized GLP training sessions and holds pesticide safety certifications.

Professional memberships include the Weed Science Society of America and leadership roles in the Weed Science Society of North Carolina.