By Norman Martin
As agriculture confronts mounting pressures, scientists capable of translating cutting-edge plant research into practical solutions have become increasingly vital. Among those leaders is Texas Tech’s Krishna Jagadish, whose work has earned one of the profession's highest distinctions.
'We are grateful for Krishna's contributions and leadership. He has been driving agricultural research and innovation at Texas Tech, in addition to leading the Davis College Water Center.'
Jagadish, interim chair and Thornton Distinguished Chair in Texas Tech's Department of Plant & Soil Science, has been named a 2026 Fellow of the Crop Science Society of America (CSSA), the organization’s highest honor recognizing excellence in research, teaching, extension and administration.
“This is one of the highest honors our societies bestow, and we are proud to recognize your outstanding contributions to the field and your long-standing commitment to the profession,” the society said in announcing the award.
The designation recognizes members who have maintained at least seven years of active membership while demonstrating exceptional professional achievement and service to crop science. According to the society, no more than 0.3% of its active and emeritus members are elected Fellows in any given year.
The award will be presented during the CSSA International Annual Meeting Awards Luncheon on Nov. 2 in Portland, Oregon.
‘Amazing Feeling’
“It’s an amazing feeling to be named the CSSA Fellow,” Jagadish said. “This outcome is a product of extensive collaborations with colleagues, several graduate students, post-doctoral fellows and strong administrative support. I am excited that I am named the Fellow while being a Red Raider"
Since joining Texas Tech’s Davis College of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources in 2022, Jagadish has built a research program focused on helping agriculture adapt to increasing environmental pressures while improving long-term sustainability.
Source : ttu.edu