Vol. 11, No. 5, May 2015 |
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Welcoming Dr. Saqib Mukhtar, New Associate Dean for Extension
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Dr. Saqib Mukhtar, the new Associate Dean for Extension, and State Program Leader for Agricultural Programs, has started in his new role at the University of Florida. Dr. Mukhtar replaces Dr. Joan Dusky who retired in late 2014.
As the Florida Alligator reported, Dr. Mukhtar was drawn to the job at UF/IFAS because of the connection the program has to Florida residents. “It has several very strong programs that have been developed by the thorough input from the citizens of Florida and very important stake holders,” Mukhtar said. “And I hope to be able to contribute to the emerging and existing issues in the area of agriculture and horticulture to improve the lives of the people of Florida and beyond.”
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“I hope to be able to contribute to the emerging and existing issues in the area of agriculture and horticulture to improve the lives of the people of Florida and beyond.”
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On April 27th, Dr. Mukhtar joined Dr. Nick Place, Dean and Director for Extension, for Extension Connections, a monthly webinar designed to advance organizational communication and provide updates, organizational initiatives, and training on key topics for the Extension community. During the forum, Dr. Mukhtar expressed a number of ideas and goals on the future of IFAS Extension. His focus will be on working with technology to ensure agricultural producers are as efficient and environmentally friendly as possible.
The next webinar is scheduled for May 18, 2015. To participate in these virtual events, additional information may be found at: http://extadmin.ifas.ufl.edu/connect.shtml.
SART Advisory Board Meeting, September 16, 2015
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Mark your calendars! The next SART Advisory Board meeting is set for September 16, 2015 in the Ocala, Florida area. As the meeting approaches, additional details will be posted online at www.flsart.org.
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Introducing Jay Floyd, SART's New Planner
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This month, SART welcomes Jay Floyd to the team. Jay replaces Leslie Stout who took a position with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.
Mr. Floyd is originally from Jacksonville, but moved to Tallahassee in 1989. Having graduated from Florida State University in 1998 with a degree in Criminology, he went on to earn his Corrections and Law Enforcement certification in 1999.
Jay worked for 15 years with the Florida Department of Corrections, occupying the positions of Officer, Sergeant, and Classification Officer. During those years he worked in the department’s Emergency Operations Center during escapes, natural disasters, and multiple training exercises.
In talking with The Sentinel, Mr. Floyd said, “In my short time in the SART planner position, I have realized that there are a lot of parallels between my old job and new one. The Department of Corrections is responsible for providing inmates with shelter, food, and care much the same as SART does for animals.”
Jay is married to his wife, Tori; and his hobbies include gardening, cooking, target shooting, and fishing. When people ask him where he met his wife, Jay jokes that they met in prison. (Tori is employed as a State Probation Officer.)
To reach Jay, email: Jay.Floyd@FreshFromFlorida.com or phone at 850-410-0923.