Support Staff
Kevin received his B.S. in Computer Science and Mathematics from Mesa State College and his M.S. in Mathematics from the Colorado School of Mines. He oversees the mechanical and technical aspects of research at the WCRC-Fruita, involving computer and logger programming, data management and equipment repair. Having grown up on a family farm in Fruita, he understands the agriculture and community of the Grand Valley. He enjoys life in beautiful Fruita with his family and his motorcycles.
Kevin Gobbo
Cheryl Whiteman received her B.S. in Occupational Therapy and Biological Science from Colorado State University. She has volunteered as a research technician at the WCRC-Fruita for over 15 years, giving her time and energy to a wide range of projects, performing duties ranging from experimental site preparation to caretaking of our arid climate landscape. She previous lived in Craig, CO at a working ranch before moving to Fruita, where her joy of agriculture brought her to the WCRC-Fruita.
Cheryl Whiteman
Jim is a graduate from Colorado Mesa University with a B.S. in Biology with an emphasis on Wildlife Management and several upper level classes in botany. He is a life time resident of the Grand Valley, a current sixth generation farmer and military veteran. Jim previously worked for the Federal Government for 13 years with the National Park Service and most recently the Bureau of Reclamation at a Tractor Operator/ Wildlife Manager. His objective is to use skills, continuing education, and experience to perform in a manner that reflects his passion for research and agriculture.
Jim Fry
Seth Urbanowitz received his B.S. in Agribusiness Cconomics from Southern Illinois University, M.S. in Agronomy from South Dakota State University and M.S. in Education from the University of Tennessee. Seth is the agronomy agent for Mesa, Delta, Montrose and Ouray counties. He previously worked as an agronomist for a farmer’s cooperative and an extension educator focusing on irrigation management, agronomy and produce safety. He is the former chair of the White Pine County Soil Conservation District in Nevada. He has scientific and technical experience in a variety of crop production systems. Seth works at offices in Delta County (970) 874-2197 and at WCRC-Fruita in Mesa County.