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Mark Thorne serves as an Associate in Research at Washington State University's College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences, specifically within the Department of Crop and Soil Sciences. His office is located in 273 Clark Hall, and he can be reached at mthorne@wsu.edu or by phone at 509-335-7484.
Dr. Thorne holds a Ph.D. in Environmental Science from The Ohio State University, an M.S. in Natural Resource Sciences from Washington State University, and a B.S. in Crop Science from Oregon State University. His educational background has prepared him for extensive research in agricultural systems.
Thorne's primary research focuses on understanding and developing mechanisms to increase quality, productivity, and sustainability in managed ecosystems. His work particularly addresses weed science challenges in Pacific Northwest agricultural systems, with emphasis on fallow management, herbicide application techniques, and sustainable crop production methods. He has published extensively in Weed Technology and other agricultural journals, demonstrating expertise in integrated weed management systems for wheat production and other cropping systems.
His publication record shows a consistent research trajectory over two decades, with recent work emphasizing precision agriculture approaches, surfactant effects on herbicide efficacy, and the management of specific problematic weeds like rush skeletonweed and smooth scouringrush. His earlier work included important contributions to soil reclamation and prairie grass restoration.
- Specializes in Pacific Northwest agricultural weed management
- Expertise in herbicide application timing and efficacy
- Research focuses on sustainable cropping systems
- Extensive publication record in agricultural science journals
Dr. Thorne's research directly supports Washington State's agricultural industry by addressing practical challenges faced by farmers in the region, particularly regarding weed control in wheat production systems and sustainable land management practices.
