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Palmetto LEAF

Advisory Board

An agricultural leadership initiative led by Clemson University's CAFLS and PSA in partnership with Key Collaborators from the sectors of SC Agriculture, Forestry, Environment and the Natural Resources.

Advisory Board Members:

  • Tyler Brown, SCDR; Program Manager SC Conservation Districts
  • Kristy T. Ellenberg, SC Department of Health and Environmental Control; Director, Collaborative Partnerships & Strategic Initiatives
  • Russell Hubright, SC Forestry Commission; Forest Management Chief
  • Travis Johnson, USDA & 1890 Representative; Program Liaison
  • Emily Oakman, Forestry Association of SC; Director of Landowner Outreach, Forestry Education and Programs
  • Thompson Smith, SCFB; Piedmont Field Representative
  • Ronnie Summers, Palmetto AgriBusiness Council; CEO
  • Aaron Wood, SCDA; Assistant Commissioner for Agency Operations

CAFLS Representatives:

  • Kim Arp, CAFLS, Director of Development
  • Kirby Player, CAFLS; Director of Palmetto LEAF & Lecturer
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