Dr. Mellinger joined Glades Crop Care in 1980 and is currently Director of Technical Services. His degrees include:
- B.A. in Biology from Goshen College, IN
- Ph.D. in Botany and Plant Pathology from Michigan State University
Dr. Mellinger:
- Has authored or co-authored over forty-five (45) scientific publications and numerous presentations to both national and international agencies and forums
- Served as Treasurer and Director on the Board of Directors for the National Alliance of Independent Crop Consultants (NAICC)
- Served on several local, state, and national committees pertaining to disease, insect and crop advisory boards
- Has credentials as a Certified Professional Crop Consultant – Independent/Research (CPCC-I/R)
- Is a member of the Entomological Society of America, Florida State Horticultural Society, American Phytopathological Society, the Florida Plant Pathology Society, and several other major industry affiliated organizations
- Board member of Protected Harvest since 2004 (original member)
- Has been recognized:
- With the Excellence in Industry Award from the American Phytopathological Society
- As the Outstanding Consultant of the Year in 1998 by the NAICC
- With the NAICC Extraordinary Service Award
- With the USDA Certificate of Appreciation
- With the Florida Horticultural Society Presidents’ Industry Award (2 times)