Success Stories

Agents Covering Vacancies

Author: Amanda Sears

Major Program: Horticulture, Consumer and Home

When there is a vacancy in a county, the district director/area extension director asks agents in the surrounding counties to fill any gaps until the position can be filled. Selected agents work with the staff in that county to see what needs need to be met. Phone calls and emails are forwarded to the agent. They are also asked to review soil test results and make recommendations to share with clients.The Horticulture Agent in Madison County has covered, at different times over the last few year

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