Birthdate: May 17, 1885
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Algoma, Wisconsin, United States
Died: January 22, 1979
Elvin Charles Stakman was a distinguished American plant pathologist celebrated for his groundbreaking efforts in identifying and controlling wheat diseases. His research on stem rust genetics and epidemiology earned him worldwide acclaim and played a crucial role in enhancing crop productivity during the Green Revolution. Stakman’s inventive approaches and unwavering commitment to studying plant ailments have left a lasting mark on agriculture, positively impacting not just North America but also the global food production.
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