I am the fruit and vegetable Extension Specialist with main responsibility for the western part of the state of Kentucky.

My Extension responsibilities include production and management outreach for fruit, small fruit, and vegetable growers.

My research responsibilities include NC-140, a regional project for the evaluation of pome and stone fruits rootstocks, weed management research in tree fruits, small fruits, and vegetable crops.

I am also involved  in vegetable demonstrations and production alternatives directed to tobacco growers wishing to diversify their operations.