Faculty Spotlight - Thatcher Jones

After graduating from the Precision Ag program, Thatcher Jones ventured into different sectors of the agricultural industry. Initially, he worked as a farm hand, gaining hands-on experience in row crop production. Subsequently, he had the privilege of serving as a Precision Ag Specialist at Helena for three years, honing his expertise in the field. Currently, Thatcher is an instructor, where he has the opportunity to impart his knowledge and passion for agriculture to aspiring learners. Outside of the classroom, he owns and operates a 1,000-acre dryland farming operation, growing corn, wheat, soybeans, and milo. He also has various licenses including an Associate of Applied Science in Precision Ag, FAA Part 107 Drone Pilot License, Certified 1A Commercial Applicator License, Chemigation License, and Commercial Driver License and is actively pursuing a BA at PSU.