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Role of Cooperative Extension Agriculture and Natural Resource Agents

Role of Cooperative Extension Agriculture and Natural Resource Agents. Cliff Ruth, Extension Area Agent Henderson and Transylvania Counties. Historical Perspective. Educators. Extension Agents have one primary role; that of delivering educational information to various audiences.

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Role of Cooperative Extension Agriculture and Natural Resource Agents

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  1. Role of Cooperative Extension Agriculture and Natural Resource Agents Cliff Ruth, Extension Area Agent Henderson and Transylvania Counties

  2. Historical Perspective

  3. Educators • Extension Agents have one primary role; that of delivering educational information to various audiences

  4. Audiences • Farmers • Grower Cooperatives • Landscapers • Golf Courses • Grading and Environmental Contractors • Ranchers • Nurseries/Garden Centers • Agri-businesses • General Public • Elected Officials • Fisheries • Marine/Aquatic Managers • Gardeners

  5. Educational Methods Used • Home and commercial visits • Demonstrations and applied research • Mass media - newspaper, television, radio • Group meetings • Short courses, workshops and clinics • Email, Blogs, letters, leaflets and newsletters • Exhibits and audio/visual presentations • Scientific publications

  6. Classes/Workshops • Certification training- Job readiness • Recertification – CEU’s • Pest Management • Production Management • Business Skills • Safety Skills • Budgeting

  7. Traditional Agriculture

  8. Fruit and Vegetables

  9. Horticulture

  10. Marine/Fishery Science

  11. Natural Resources

  12. Questions

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