Major Goodman Symposium

The NC State Plant Breeding Consortium will host a symposium to honor world-renowned maize geneticist and plant breeder Major Goodman and his monumental, lifelong contributions to maize diversity and plant breeding. As we gather, we celebrate not only the scientific advancements he has championed but also the lasting impact he has made on generations of researchers and the broader agricultural community. Distinguished colleagues and former students will share insights from their own work, reflect on the enduring legacy of Goodman’s career and the future of crop science he helped shape.