Person

Ellen Black

Extension Agent I | Johnson County
Overview

4-H Extension Agent with a degree in Animal Science from the University of Tennessee, with professional interests and experience in beef cattle production, animal genetics and reproduction, herd health, nutrition, livestock management, and animal welfare. Passionate about agricultural education and youth development, with a strong interest in providing hands-on learning opportunities that connect youth to agriculture, animal science, and real-world skills. Experienced in livestock care, agricultural marketing, public education, and animal husbandry, with a commitment to supporting youth, producers, and communities through education and outreach.

Teaching Focus

4-H Youth Development

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Johnson County Ext Ctr
212 College Street
Mountain City, TN 37683
Professional Certifications
  • Master Small Ruminant Producer Certification, University of Tennessee, Issued 5/12/2026
  • Tennessee Beef Quality Assurance Certification , Tennessee Cattlemen's Association, Issued 5/5/2026
  • Tennessee Specific Industry Certification - Animal Science, Tennessee Department of Education, Issued 5/1/2023
Education and Training
  • Bachelors of Animal Science - Bioscience, University of Tennessee, Issued 5/16/2026
Responsible Area(s)
  • 4-H Youth Development

Ellen Black

Extension Agent I | Johnson County
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Johnson County Ext Ctr
212 College Street
Mountain City, TN 37683
Professional Certifications
  • Master Small Ruminant Producer Certification, University of Tennessee, Issued 5/12/2026
  • Tennessee Beef Quality Assurance Certification , Tennessee Cattlemen's Association, Issued 5/5/2026
  • Tennessee Specific Industry Certification - Animal Science, Tennessee Department of Education, Issued 5/1/2023
Education and Training
  • Bachelors of Animal Science - Bioscience, University of Tennessee, Issued 5/16/2026
Responsible Area(s)
  • 4-H Youth Development
Overview

4-H Extension Agent with a degree in Animal Science from the University of Tennessee, with professional interests and experience in beef cattle production, animal genetics and reproduction, herd health, nutrition, livestock management, and animal welfare. Passionate about agricultural education and youth development, with a strong interest in providing hands-on learning opportunities that connect youth to agriculture, animal science, and real-world skills. Experienced in livestock care, agricultural marketing, public education, and animal husbandry, with a commitment to supporting youth, producers, and communities through education and outreach.

Teaching Focus

4-H Youth Development