Education and Degrees

1985-B.S. in agronomy with a minor in agricultural economics, Va. Tec

Work Experience

1985-1988, Extension Agent, Agriculture, Henrico County 1988-Present, Extension Agent, Agricuture and Natural Resources, Essex County.

Professional Associations

1985-Present, Virginia Extension Service Association 1985-Present, Virginia Association of Agricultural Extension Agents 1998-Present, Certified Crop Advisor.

Awards

1989, 2000, Goodyear Conservation Award as part of Three Rivers Soil and Water Conservation District; 1992, Outstanding, Dedicated Service Award, Va. Small Grains Association; 1994, Service Award, Virginia Soybean Association; 1994, Achievement Award, National Association of County Agriculutural Agents; 1994, Honorary FFA Degree, Essex FFA Chapter; 2000, Certificate of Recognition, Pesticide Applicator Certification Program, Va. Pesticide Board; 2002, Distinguished Service Award, National Association of County Agricultural Agents; 2003, Extension Service Award, Virginia Agribusiness Council; 2005, Excellence in Crop Advising Award, Virginia Farm Bureau and Mid-Atlantic Certified Crop Advisor Program.