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

5. Educational Methods Used
Home and commercial visits
Demonstrations and applied research
Mass media - newspaper, television, radio
Group meetings
Short courses, workshops and clinics
, 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