Agriculture is the single largest contributor to the economy of Pickett County adding $6 million annually. The Pickett County Extension Service plans, develops and implements educational programs designed to improve the production efficiency while reducing costs for agricultural producers. The latest management practices and technologies are taught to farmers in an effort to improve the quality of products grown to obtain the maximum dollar profit.

Target program areas include:

BEEF

  1. Forage Production 
  2. Herd Health 
  3. Facilities 
  4. Marketing

TOBACCO

  1. Float Bed Plant Production
  2. Insect/Disease, Control and Prevention 
  3. Outdoor Curing Structure

Agriculture & Natural Resource Programs & Information

​ Gardening

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Garrett, Billy
  • About Me: I was born, raised, and have lived my whole life in Pickett County. I have enjoyed working in Agriculture since I was a young boy. I attended Tennessee Tech, where I recieved a BS degree in Agriculture with a concentration in Education. I also received my Masters and EdS degrees in Istructional Leadership from TN Tech. I have been the Extension Agent in Pickett County County since July 1, 2013.

 

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​Agricultural Building & Equipment Plan Lists​​​
Farm Management​
Farm Service Agency​

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 Managing for the marketing of fall-born calves

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