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Directory Profile for Todd Baughman
- Center Director - Lubbock
- Focus Area: Weed Science
- Office:
- Lubbock Research and Extension Center
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Phone:
- 806.723.8401
Education
- Undergraduate Education
- B.S. Agronomy, Oklahoma State University, 1989;
- Graduate Education
- M.S. Weed Science, Oklahoma State University, 1992
- Ph.D. Weed Science, Minor: Agronomy & Entomology, Mississippi State University, 1994
Areas of Expertise
- Weed control
- Crop production
Professional Summary
Research program:
Dr. Baughman’sesearch program focuses on Crop and Weed Management Systems, with a particular emphasis on addressing the challenges posed by weed management in Texas cropping systems. His work aims to evaluate and refine weed management strategies that sustain and improve the viability of crop production in semi-arid environments. Through field trials and integrated systems analysis, his research contributes to the development of practical, science-based solutions that support long-term agricultural resilience and profitability in the region.
Extension program:
As Director of the Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center at Lubbock, Dr. Todd Baughman oversees the administration and coordination of the Center’s multidisciplinary research and extension activities. In this leadership role, he serves as a vital liaison between the Center and its commodity groups, industry stakeholders, and producer partners, fostering collaboration and ensuring that research efforts align with regional agricultural needs. Dr. Baughman is committed to enhancing faculty productivity and impact, providing strategic guidance to support innovative research and outreach across the Southern High Plains.