Professionals Working in Kentucky Agriculture
Agricultural Statistician
Finding a place to belong was tough for Jahqethea Johnson as a student. But a chance meeting with the Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences (MANRRS) team provided her the clarity of sight toward a field of study and career.
Farm Support Services
In agriculture, family means the world. Nowhere is that more evident than with Sharon Denney and Natalie Gupton, a mother-daughter duo that rocks the agricultural community. Natalie is the COO and VP of AgSafe, while her mother, Sharon, served with the USDA Farm Service Agency for 36 years!
Grain Inspector
Carrie knew that she wanted to work in agriculture, specifically for the government. Her family raised beef cattle in Russell Springs, and many of her family members were in the armed forces. Both of those aspects paved the way for her career.
Food Safety Systems
After completing an associate’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Tina started her bachelor’s degree in agriculture education at UK, which required concentrations in plant science, agriculture economics, animal science, and meat science. Once she graduated, she ended up at North Carolina State University to earn her Master of Science in agriculture education.
State Beekeeper
For anyone interested in beekeeping, Potter said she recommends going to several different beekeeping associations for a full year to learn the seasonality before purchasing any equipment. Potter said the associations are a good place for anyone to start because dues are often inexpensive, and you get to meet new people, learn the language, see the diversity of equipment, and pick a style of hive that is comfortable for you to start with.