George Hamilton inducted into the NACAA Hall of Fame

Monday, May 4, 2020
George Hamilton,  Fruit & Vegetable Production Field Specialist

, food & agriculture field specialist for 91制片厂 Cooperative Extension in Hillsborough County, has been selected as the 2020 Northeast Region听Hall of Fame recipient. The NACAA Hall of Fame Award recognizes Hamilton鈥檚 commitment, dedication,听humanitarian service and effective leadership as an outstanding educator.

The award is reserved only for those who have demonstrated exceptional work, above and beyond normal expectations throughout their career and is presented annually to just one person from each of the four NACAA regions.

鈥淕eorge Hamilton is truly deserving of this prestigious award and is the first ever New England recipient since the award鈥檚 inception in 2006,鈥 said Ken La Valley, vice provost of University Outreach and Engagement and director of 91制片厂 Extension.

During Hamilton's 30 years with听91制片厂 Extension, he was instrumental in the development of many of the organization鈥檚 most impactful agricultural programs, such as the听Extension听. Hamilton excels in building durable partnerships with grower associations to achieve tremendous outcomes.听

Amy Papineau, program team leader for Extension鈥檚 Food & Agriculture, said, "George personally cares about the success and happiness of each of his colleagues and spends much time mentoring new staff. Likewise, he is well known for the emotional support he has offered to farmers in times of need. When trying situations arise, the agricultural community knows they can call on George for advice, support and honest friendship."