Rhett Newby, Lyon County Extension Agent
Rhett Newby will begin serving as the Lyon County 4-H youth development extension agent, effective Aug 19. Lyon County’s office is in Emporia, Kansas.
Newby earned his bachelor’s degree in animal sciences from Kansas State University. He has most recently been employed as a Food Safety, Quality and Regulatory (FSQR) team lead for Cargill in Emporia, Kansas.
4-H youth development agents develop and deliver educational programs for school-aged youth. This includes supporting community clubs, out-of-school programs, school enrichment, volunteer management, and outreach to create new program opportunities with new and existing community partners.
More information about K-State Research and Extension Lyon County is available online at lyon.k-state.edu. Contact Rhett Newby via email at: ranewby@ksu.edu.
