Jeremie Kouame
Assistant Professor - Weed Scientist
Agricultural Research Center
1232 240th Avenue
Hays, KS 67601
Ph: 785-625-3425
The primary goal is to develop and implement an innovative applied integrated weed management research and education program for dryland and irrigated cropping systems in western Kansas that will include multiple approaches to improve the long-term effectiveness of management strategies. Jeremie's research program strives to develop environmentally and economically sound solutions on both dryland and irrigated cropping systems that align with needs identified by local commodity commissions, organizations, and other agencies. Projects of interest include improving the understanding of cover crop options for weed suppression, evaluating new herbicide options, and integrating various effective integrated approaches to manage weeds. One key aspect of Jeremie's program is to investigate herbicide resistance evolution in the most troublesome weeds in Western Kansas (kochia, Palmer amaranth, etc.) to assist producers with management decisions and increase the profitability of their operations. New technologies are regularly proposed to growers for improving weed control; one of Jeremie's goals is to evaluate various technologies for their performance and adaptability to the growing conditions of Western Kansas.