

Department of Plant Sciences
Loftsgard Hall 370F
NDSU Dept #7670
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
Phone: (701) 231-8160;
Fax: (701) 231-8474
asunta.thompson@ndsu.edu
Education
- PhD 1998, Plant Science, University of Idaho
- MS 1989, Horticulture and Forestry, North Dakota State University
- BS 1983, Agronomy, North Dakota State University
Professional Experience
- 2008 to Present: Associate Professor, Potato Breeding, North Dakota State University, Fargo, ND
- 2001 to 2008: Assistant Professor, Potato Breeding, North Dakota State University, Fargo, ND
- 1995 - 2001:Assistant Professor, Research Horticulturist - Potatoes, Colorado State University
Background and Experience
- Potato and small grain seed farm, Barnesville, MN
Professional Affiliation
- Potato Association of America
- American Society of Horticultural Science
