(1924 – 1990) With over forty years of service to the Alabama Cooperative Extension Service, Bob Farquhar’s life exemplified Extension’s mission. “Mr. Bob,” as he was affectionately known to his clients, strived always to assist and encourage both clients and...

(1917 – 2010) Emmett C. Farrington was a native of Blount County and grew up on his parents’ farm in Blountsville. Influenced by his farming background, Farrington attended Auburn University and majored in agriculture science. He entered the Army after being drafted...

(1902 – 1968) Fletcher Farrington served the people of Alabama through Extension work for over thirty years. Born on a farm in Blountsville on May 25, 1902, he attended both Snead College and Auburn University, where he earned his B.S. degree in 1930. Fletcher chose...

(1915 – 1952) Malcolm L. Ferguson was born in Weogufka, Alabama, on August 23, 1915. After high school, he attended Auburn and earned his B.S. degree in 1937. Wanting to put his education to work for the people of Alabama, Mr. Ferguson became an Extension employee...

(1925 – 2009) Benjamin Belton Fields was born in Washington County, Alabama, on October 23, 1925. “B.B.,” as he was often called, began his Extension career as an Assistant County Agent in Lawrence County in 1954. In 1956, he transferred to Hale County for five years...

(1923 – 1981) Born James Edward Fields on August 23, 1923, he grew up in Morgan County. From his hometown of Danville, he left to attend Auburn University, where he earned a B.S. degree in 1948. James joined Extension Service as an assistant county agent for 4-H and...