Three ISU agronomy professors were honored for their work within the field last month.

They were recognized during the annual meetings of the Crop Science Society of America, the American Society of Agronomy and the Soil Science Society of Agronomy in Denver, Colo., Nov. 2 — 6.

Ken Moore, professor of agronomy, was named the 2003-2004 president of the Crop Science Society of America after serving as president-elect in 2003.

Moore said with a declining, yet diversifying membership, there are changes to be made.

“These trends reflect demographic changes occurring in the profession and society at large,” Moore said. “It is important that we respond to these changes in a constructive manner that preserves our values and enables our ability to grow as an organization.”

Moore said his vision for the Crop Science Society of America during the next several years is for it to become more agile in responding to these and other emerging challenges and opportunities.

“Most importantly, we need to reach out to new members, particularly young professionals, those working in industry, and international crop scientists,” he said.

Antonio Mallarino, professor of agronomy, was awarded the American Society of Agronomy’s Wener L. Nelson Award for Diagnosis of Yield-Limiting Factors.

“[The award] was related to my research work on soil fertility and nutrient management for crops including environmental issues, mainly for phosphorus and potassium, the nutrients I focus on,” Mallarino said.

He said this award is not just to recognize his work but Iowa State’s agronomy department as a whole.

“This award shows people that we are leaders in this field,” Mallarino said. “A researcher can not do good things alone; it is a team effort.”

Russ Mullen, professor of agronomy, was named a fellow of the Crop Science Society of America.

Mullen was one of 11 crop scientists honored for professional achievements and service.

Currently Mullen is on faculty leave in Panama.

His associate, Gina McAndrews, postdoctorate faculty and adjunct in the department of agronomy, said Mullen is a great professor to work with.