Glenn W. Burton

Who is Glenn W. Burton?

Glenn W. Burton was an American agricultural scientist notable for his pioneering work in plant breeding, development of pearl millet in 1956 and for other contributions that helped to increase world food production.

Burton was also known for development of bermuda grasses used on athletic fields. Of these, his Tifton 419 is the most widely used bermuda grass in the world as of 2006.

Burton received the National Medal of Science from President Ronald Reagan: "For outstanding contributions to the biological sciences that have helped to feed the hungry, protect and beautify the environment, and provide recreation for millions."

Burton was a member of the National Academy of Sciences and chair of the Agronomic Science Foundation.