Gary has over 30 years’ experience in international agriculture research & development, working in dynamic international environments. Over 20 years of living and working in developing countries: Thailand (6 years), Cambodia (5 years), Philippines (5 years), Laos (3 years), Afghanistan (1 year), Burma (Myanmar) (7 months). Develops and implements strategic goals for international agriculture research and development. Manages funding for projects at the forefront of cutting-edge agriculture research and innovation. Designs, manages, and evaluates agriculture & food security research and development projects. Advisor on crop production, plant protection, food security, and agriculture-related foreign affairs. Technical expertise in crop protection, especially for rice.