Gregory E. MacDonald

Research Focus :

Dr. MacDonald has a 65% research and 35% teaching responsibility in the Agronomy Department at the University of Florida. He teaches several classes and is currently responsible for overseeing the plant science field-teaching laboratory on campus, which includes a 300+ weed nursery.

Current research areas include:

• cogongrass biology, ecology and management
•  torpedograss biology, ecology and management
• biology, physiology and biochemical aspects of fluridone tolerant hydrilla
• peanut and cotton weed management
• sustainable peanut production technology in Guyana, South America
• herbicide physiology, mode of action and resistance mechanisms
• invasive plant management

Courses Taught:

• PLS 4601, Principles of Weed Science
• PLS 5632c, Integrated Weed Management
• PLS 5653, Advanced Weed Technology
• PLS 6655, Plant/Herbicide Interaction

Contact Information:

Main Office
401 Newell Hall

Mailing Address
Post Office Box 110500
Gainesville, Florida 32611-0500
Phone: 352-392-1811 x. 228
Fax: 352-392-1840
E-mail: gemac@ifas.ufl.edu