Liberty Galvin

Dr. Liberty Galvin is an Assistant Professor of Extension Weed Science and Precision Weed Management in the Department of Plant & Soil Sciences at Oklahoma State University's College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources. She holds an 85% extension and 15% research appointment, focusing on practical solutions for Oklahoma's agricultural producers while advancing weed science research.

Dr. Galvin's educational background includes:

• B.S. in Environmental Sciences with double minors in Soil Science and Agronomy from Oklahoma State University (2013)
• M.S. in International Agricultural Development from University of California Davis (2017)
• Ph.D. in Horticulture and Agronomy (Weed Science) from University of California Davis (2022)
• Postdoctoral Fellowship at University of California Davis (2022-2023)

Her research interests center on integrated weed management strategies with emphasis on herbicide resistance in wheat production systems. Dr. Galvin specializes in precision weed management techniques including UAV applications, crop-weed competition studies, and alternative control strategies for problematic weeds. Her work bridges fundamental weed biology with practical field applications, particularly addressing challenges faced by Oklahoma wheat producers.

Dr. Galvin's scholarly output demonstrates a strong focus on practical weed management solutions across diverse cropping systems. Her recent publications span from precision agriculture applications in wheat to detailed studies of weedy rice biology in California rice systems. This work reflects her ability to integrate fundamental weed science with practical field applications, with particular attention to herbicide resistance management and non-chemical control strategies.

Professional recognition includes:

• USAID Research Innovation in Agriculture Fellowship during her M.S. studies

As an extension specialist, Dr. Galvin actively engages with agricultural producers through continuing education courses for pesticide applicators. Her teaching focuses on practical topics including pesticide label interpretation, herbicide resistance prevention, and weed management techniques. She has secured multiple research grants including projects funded by the Oklahoma Wheat Research Foundation, North Carolina State University, and the USDA focused on improving weed management in small grains.

Dr. Galvin is an active member of the Oklahoma State University Wheat Improvement Team, collaborating with breeders, pathologists, and other specialists to develop comprehensive solutions for wheat production challenges. Her work integrates field research with extension outreach to ensure practical applicability of research findings for Oklahoma producers.