Dr. Damon Smith is a Professor and Extension Plant Pathologist at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, where his research and outreach efforts focus on improving the management of soybean, corn, wheat, and forage crop diseases. Through research and grower education, Dr. Smith helps farmers make informed decisions, increase their profitability, and input sustainable growing practices.

With more than a decade of experience serving Wisconsin agriculture, Dr. Smith is recognized as a leading authority on field crop pathology and disease management. His work combines cutting-edge research, data analytics, and practical field applications to develop innovative solutions for disease prediction and control. Dr. Smith continues to provide farmers and agribusiness professionals with the tools and knowledge needed to protect crop yields and maximize return on investment.