Dr. Tony Brannon, 2024 Distinguished Rural Kentuckian

On this week’s episode of Growing Kentucky’s Leaders, Dr. Tony Brannon — retired dean of Murray State University’s Hutson School of Agriculture — shares his journey from the farm to his involvement in FFA and eventually his career in agricultural education. He discusses how FFA shaped his leadership skills and career, his transition into teaching and how he landed his role at Murray State University. Dr. Brannon emphasizes the importance of education, FFA's role in developing students and the need for seeking out opportunities beyond just earning a degree. Links: Hutson School of Agriculture at Murray State University Kentucky FFA Foundation Board 2024 Distinguished Rural Kentuckian Agriculture Future of America 2024 Distinguished Rural Kentuckian Video Racer Academy