Joby Czarnecki

Joby Czarnecki is an Associate Research Professor at the Geosystems Research Institute of Mississippi State University, where she has contributed for over 18 years. Her work integrates geospatial technologies with agricultural research to promote environmental sustainability and economic viability in farming systems.

Her research focuses on precision agriculture and the application of geospatial techniques to solve real-world agricultural challenges, particularly in conserving soil and water resources while improving farm productivity. She has led impactful projects such as the development of a comprehensive Water Conservation Management Plan for Catalpa Creek and implemented USDA-standard best management practices at MSU's Leveck Animal Research Center.

The body of her work reflects a strong trend in using GIS, remote sensing, and data-driven decision-making to advance sustainable agriculture and environmental stewardship.

• Precision Agriculture
• Geospatial Analysis
• Conservation Planning
• Land Use Management
• Environmental Sustainability
• Data-Driven Farming

She has received recognition from the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality for leading one of the most comprehensive conservation plans seen in years, highlighting her collaborative approach involving university, state, and federal partners.

Czarnecki advises research teams and collaborates across disciplines, contributing to large-scale environmental projects that bridge science and practical implementation. Although specific grants are not listed, her ability to leverage MSU’s tuition reimbursement program to complete her Ph.D. and lead funded initiatives suggests sustained research support and institutional investment.

She is deeply embedded in MSU’s research ecosystem, working closely with the Geosystems Research Institute and contributing to cross-disciplinary efforts in agricultural and environmental sciences. Her work serves as a model for how academic research can directly benefit land managers and farmers through demonstrable, on-the-ground improvements.