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Almanac & Cultivate Almanac, the college's annual publication, tells stories of science in service of humanity and the environment.

Cultivate, our visual storytelling site, features CAES community members working to feed the planet, protect the environment and innovate industry.

Visit both for a comprehensive glimpse into the work CAES is doing to improve our world.
Explore Almanac Explore Cultivate
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Schedule a Visit CAES welcomes potential students and parents to stop by. If you're interested in the college, make plans to schedule a visit with us soon. Visit a CAES Campus
Student Life at CAES Learn about becoming a CAES student and the programs and opportunities available for our current students.
  • Students Home
  • Prospective Students
  • Current Students
  • Undergraduate Programs
  • Graduate Programs
  • Career Resources & Job Board
  • Experiential Learning
  • Student Success Programs
  • Study Abroad
  • Scholarships
  • Tifton & Griffin
Departments & Offices
Academic Departments & Institutes Learn more about the academic departments and institutes housed within CAES.
  • Departments
  • Agricultural & Applied Economics
  • Agricultural Leadership, Education & Communication
  • Animal & Dairy Science
  • Crop & Soil Sciences
  • Entomology
  • Food Science & Technology
  • Horticulture
  • Plant Pathology
  • Poultry Science
  • Institutes
  • Plant Breeding, Genetics and Genomics
Offices CAES is home to several offices serving students, faculty and alumni.
  • Departments & Offices Home
  • Development & Alumni Relations
  • Student Success
  • Dean and Director's Office
  • See All Offices
Research
Our Impact We are leading the way in agricultural and environmental innovation in order to care for our global ecosystems, enrich our communities and equip the next generation of leaders. Leaders in Innovation
Improving Lives through Research Our research has improved the quality of life for Georgians and others worldwide for more than 100 years.
  • Research Home
  • Areas of Exploration
  • Commercial Partnerships
  • People
  • Projects & Programs
  • Places
  • Our Impact
  • News
  • Places
  • Experiment Stations
  • Research and Education Centers
  • Centers, Institutes and Labs
  • Plant Growth Facilities
  • Global Initiatives Map
Extension & Outreach
UGA Extension UGA Cooperative Extension shares information on issues like water quality, profitability in agribusiness, family wellness and life skills with the public through county agents and specialists. UGA Extension
Our Expertise Delivered to You A variety of programs, services, workshops, classes, consultations, certifications, camps, and educator resources to help farmers, gardeners, landscapers, and families across Georgia and beyond.
  • Extension & Outreach Home
  • Commodity Teams
  • Economic Development
  • Urban Programs
  • Georgia 4-H
  • Women in Agriculture
Alumni & Giving
Amazing Alumni Our distinguished alumni have used their education to become leaders in science, education, business and public service. Check out their highlights on our new platform, Cultivate. Explore Cultivate
Alumni & Giving CAES enjoys the strong support of alumni, parents and friends like you. Learn how you can support our college.
  • Alumni & Giving Home
  • Get Connected
  • Get Involved
  • Giving
  • Awards
News & Events
Almanac & Cultivate Almanac, the college's annual publication, tells stories of science in service of humanity and the environment.

Cultivate, our visual storytelling site, features CAES community members working to feed the planet, protect the environment and innovate industry.

Visit both for a comprehensive glimpse into the work CAES is doing to improve our world.
Explore Almanac Explore Cultivate
News & Events Read the latest news from CAES and visit the media newswire for all CAES and UGA Extension news. For events, feel free to check out our calendar.
  • News & Events Home
  • CAES News
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  • Conferences & Annual Events
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College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences / Alumni & Giving / Awards / Georgia Agricultural Hall of Fame / Portrait Gallery / Melvin H. Johnson

Melvin H. Johnson

Birth: 11/04/1935
Date Honored: 09/14/2007
Portrait of Melvin H. Johnson

Georgia Agricultural Hall of Fame

Melvin H. Johnson's contributions to Agricultural Education in Georgia have allowed the program to flourish and grow more than any other state in this nation. As a teacher, leader in the agricultural and educational communities, State Staff member, and State Director of Agricultural Education in Georgia, Johnson is recognized as being the foundation for the tremendous improvements in Agricultural Education in Georgia.

Mr. Johnson attended Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College and graduated from the University of Georgia with a BSA and Masters Degree in Agricultural Education.

Mr. Johnson began his service as an Agricultural Education teacher at Berrien County High School in 1958. While teaching, Melvin Johnson earned the award for Young Teacher of the Year for Berrien County Schools in 1964 and a place in the Georgia Agricultural Education Teachers Hall of Fame in 2000.

After leaving the classroom, Mr. Johnson served as Director of the State FFA-FHA Center in Covington from 1979 to 1996. In 1996, Melvin H. Johnson was named State Director of Agricultural Education. During his years as State Director of Agricultural Education, Mr. Johnson received the National Outstanding State Supervisor Award in 1999.

Melvin H. Johnson's other accolades include: the past president of the local chapter of the Georgia Educators Association, an Executive Board member of the Georgia Agriculture Teachers Association, and past president and member of the Board of Directors of the Atlanta Farmers Club.

Mr. Johnson has served in various capacities in Southern Baptist churches as a deacon, Sunday School Superintendent and Sunday School Director. Other service to his community include: past president of the Exchange Club, member of the Newton County Olympic Committee in 1996, Director of the Berrien County Chamber of Commerce, and past president of the Jaycees.

Presently, Melvin H. Johnson is serving as supervisor of the Blue Ridge Soil and Water Conservation District, representing Rabun County. He is also currently serving on the advisory board for the Rodeheaver Boy's Ranch in Palatka, Florida.

Lastly, he coordinates volunteers at the Rabun County Senior Center and participates in numerous civic, religious, and service organizations and serves on the Board of Directors for the FCCLA.


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