Samuel McNeill

Samuel McNeill, Ph.D., P.E., is an Extension Professor in the Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering Department at the University of Kentucky's Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment. His work focuses on engineering solutions for grain production, post-harvest processing, and precision agriculture. He has conducted fieldwork in Nigeria and Ghana to apply his expertise in grain storage systems and agricultural extension programs.

• Education: Ph.D. Agricultural Engineering (University of Tennessee, 1996), M.S. and B.S. in Agricultural Engineering (University of Kentucky, 1979 and 1974)

Research interests include optimizing grain storage systems, integrating new technologies with agricultural practices, and enhancing food security through sustainable storage solutions. His recent publications address topics like forage preservation, small-scale fruit cultivation, and livestock water management.

McNeill has held progressive roles since 1975, including Extension Specialist and Agricultural Engineer positions at the University of Kentucky. He currently leads programs bridging engineering and agricultural practices to improve rural livelihoods and food systems.