Edward J. Sikora
Professor and Extension Plant Pathologist
153 ALFA Building
Auburn University, AL 36849
Office: (334) 844 5502
sikorej@auburn.edu
Education
| 1992 | Ph.D., Plant Pathology, University of Illinois |
| 1988 | M.S., Plant Pathology, University of Illinois |
| 1982 | B.S., Zoology, Eastern Illinois University |
Areas of Interest
I have a 100% extension appointment with responsibilities for soybeans, vegetables, tree fruit, small fruit and nut (pecan) crops in both commercial and home garden production. My program emphasis is directed at developing, evaluating, demonstrating and implementing Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices in commercial production systems. In recent years my program has focused on monitoring and management of Soybean Rust.
Professional Experience
| 2003-present | Professor, Dept. of Entomology & Plant Pathology, Auburn University. |
| 1997-2002 | Associate Professor, Dept. of Plant Pathology, Auburn University. |
| 1992-1996 | Assistant Professor, Dept. of Plant Pathology, Auburn University. |
| 1990-1991 | Post Doctoral Extension Specialist, University of Illinois. |
| 1983-1990 | Graduate Assistant, University of Illinois. |