UT Extension Central Region

So much fun at the Intern Reception hosted by our friends at . These interns are doing a great job and have a bright future!

📢 We're Hiring!

Are you passionate about helping individuals and families improve their quality of life? Join the University of Tennessee Extension team as a Family & Consumer Sciences/4-H Extension Agent! Through educational programs and community outreach, Extension agents make a real difference in the lives of Tennesseans every day.

If you're interested in a rewarding career serving your community, apply today:

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Please help us spread the word by sharing this opportunity with qualified candidates!

Congratulations to Willis Jepson!

Willis Jepson Named Tennessee Farmer of the Year He's a seventh-generation farmer from Robertson County

Welcome Kelly to UT / TSU Extension-Davidson County

Agents from the Central Region attended the TN Association of Ag Agents and Specialist meeting last week at Pickwick Landing State Park. It was three full days of comradery, education, and recognition. Thank for the Western Region for hosting.

We recognized several from the Central Region. Congratulations to everyone!

National Hall of Fame - Alan Galloway, retired Manage Agent
State Distinguished Service Award - Jason Evitts, UT Extension-Trousdale Co.
State Achievement Award - Emily Richards, UT Extension - Sumner County
Specialist of the Year - Michael Barry, Central Region
Adult Ag Agent of the Year - Jonathan Johns, UT Extension-Marshall County
Search for Excellence Livestock Production - James Harlan, UT / TSU Extension - Maury County

Communication Awards:
Communicator of the Year - Jessica Young
1st Published Photo - Jessica Young, UT TSU Extension, Wilson County
2nd Personal Column - Jessica Young, UT TSU Extension, Wilson County
*1st Featured Story - Jessica Young, UT TSU Extension, Wilson County
2nd Newsletter - James Harlan, UT / TSU Extension - Maury County
* 1st Fact Sheet - Justin Stefanski, UT TSU Extension - Rutherford County
3rd Website - Jessica Young, UT TSU Extension, Wilson County
1st Publication - James Harlan, UT / TSU Extension - Maury County

* - Southern Region Winner

Hicks Awards:
Jonathan Johns, UT Extension-Marshall County
Wayne Key, UT Extension - Putnam County

🍓🧈 Learning delicious life skills! 🍓❤️ Making homemade strawberry jam and fresh biscuits with Kristen Jones. This is one of several day camps the UT Extension Cannon County Office has planned this summer.

Help us congratulate Jason Evitts. He has earned the distinguished service award through the Tennessee Association of Agricultural Agents and Specialists. His dedication, leadership, and service continue to strengthen Extension’s impact across Trousdale County.