University of Kentucky College of Agriculture

Profiles

Agent
"I like working with and being an integral part of a community. The relationships built with farmers, 4-H'ers, and community leaders really make this career enjoyable."
Adam Probst, Woodford County

Agent
“If you have a program idea but don't know how to get started, chances are that somewhere within the nationwide network of extension agents is someone who can help you." -Kevin Lindsay, Fayette County

Beth Wilson
“As an agent, you are trained to give the best possible solution to a real-world problem. There's a lot of satisfaction in that. You are not micromanaged by a supervisor. You must be internally driven to provide information to residents of your county and to address issues vital to your own community." -Beth Wilson, Pulaski County

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Horticulture Job Description

 

* Contribute a well-balanced total county Extension program, including Agriculture, 4-H/Youth Development, Family and Consumer Sciences, and Community and Economic Development.

* Develop education programs in horticulture that are economically feasible, resource conserving, and environmentally compatible

* Develop field trials, test demonstrations and result demonstrations in areas related to horticulture products.

* Develop horticultural expertise of local citizens through educational programs such as the Master Gardener Program.

* Develop and/or utilize councils, advisory groups, and program committees to facilitate community involvement in programming.

* Develop a program plan based on locally identified needs which will lead to improved quality of living for individuals and families.

* Build collaborative relationships with other agencies and organizations to multiply effectiveness and avoid duplications of programs.

* Provide technical subject matter in horticulture to producers and individuals.

* Collaborate with other agents, specialists, and District Directors to plan, execute, and evaluate educational programs at county, area, and state level.

* Work with community and civic leaders to enhance the economic and social well-being of the county and communities contained therein.

* Disseminate research information, identify researchable problems, and communicate informational and research needs to the land-grant faculty.

* Ensure that all youth and adults have an equal opportunity to participate in Extension programs regardless of race, color, age, sex, religion, disability, or national origin.

 

 

 

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