Aaron G Hager

Aaron G Hager is a Professor in the Department of Crop Sciences at the University of Illinois. His research focuses on herbicide efficacy, weed management strategies, and agricultural sustainability, particularly addressing challenges posed by herbicide-resistant weeds like Amaranthus tuberculatus (Waterhemp). He collaborates extensively with institutions across North America to study climate impacts on pesticide application and crop protection.

Key research interests include optimizing herbicide application techniques, understanding weather interactions with herbicides, and developing resilient weed control practices. His work bridges agricultural engineering and environmental science, emphasizing practical solutions for modern farming challenges.

Dr. Hager has contributed to over 68 peer-reviewed publications, including recent studies on sprayer efficiency, soybean weed management, and climate-driven herbicide efficacy trends. His research has been featured in multiple news outlets and widely shared on academic platforms like Mendeley and X.