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Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Cotton Specialist Murilo Maeda- The 2021 Dr. J. Tom Cothren Outstanding Young Cotton Physiologist Award recipient. Murilo Maeda receives J. Tom Cothren Outstanding Young Cotton Physiologist Award.
Cotton Specialist Murilo Maeda, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, Lubbock, received the 2021 Dr. J. Tom Cothren Outstanding Young Cotton Physiologist Award at the virtual Beltwide Cotton Conferences on Jan. 7, 2021.
Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center Director Juan Landivar, Corpus Christi and Weslaco, presented the award, referring to Maeda as a family friend. Dr. Maeda satisfies the essence of this award with his work ethic, dedication, collaborative nature, and intellect, as well as his accomplishments, Landivar said.
I m surprised, he said.
Byrd addressed fellow cotton specialists from 17 states across the Cotton Belt who evaluate and select the award recipient based on a number of considerations, including exceptional leadership and outstanding industry service. Thank you. I don t think I deserve it, Byrd said. It means a lot.
Byrd also referenced previous winners. There are a lot of big names on that list. I ve always thought of that list as the cream of the crop. I don t think I belong on it but hopefully one day I ll earn it. I appreciate it.
He also thanked BASF. I appreciate everything BASF does for us. It means a lot, he said. I appreciate y all having this opportunity for us.