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Glenn W. Burton (May 5, 1910 near Clatonia, Gage County, Nebraska – November 22, 2005 Tifton, Georgia ) was an American agricultural scientist [1] [2] plant breeding , development of pearl millet in 1956 and for other contributions that helped increase world food production .[3]
Burton was also known for the development of bermuda grasses used on athletic fields .[3] [3] [4]
Burton received the National Medal of Science from President Ronald Reagan : "For outstanding contributions to the biological sciences that have helped to feed the hungry, protect and beautify the environment, and provide recreation for millions."[5]
Burton was a member of the National Academy of Sciences and chair of the Agronomic Science Foundation.[1]
Education [ edit ]
Burton received his bachelor's degree from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 1932. He received his master's degree in 1933 and Ph.D. in 1936 from Rutgers University .[2]
His notable awards, honors and distinctions included:[1] [5]
References [ edit ]
^ a b c Kral, E. A. Glenn W. Burton: Agronomist thought to have saved millions from starvation. Archived 2012-02-07 at the Wayback Machine
^ Werden, Lincoln A. (January 30, 1965).Greenskeepers Urged to Obtain Water Supply on Golf Property. Archived 2018-07-22 at the Wayback Machine New York Times Section: Food Fashions Family Furnishings. p. 3.
^ a b Glenn W. Burton. Archived 2012-10-23 at the Wayback Machine The President's National Medal of Science.
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President's Award for Distinguished Federal Civilian Service (1981)
