Extension Services
The Extension Service is a service dedicated to helping people improve their lives through education. It combines the expertise and resources of Federal, State and local governments. In Mississippi, this system is supported through the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Mississippi State University, (4) research and extension centers, and (80) research based information and educational programs that focus on issues and needs of the people, enabling them to make informed decisions about their economic, social, and cultural well-being.
Neshoba County Cooperative Extension Service Staff
Harvin Hudson County Extension Director Specialty Area - Agriculture & Natural Resources
Michael H. Reed 4-H Youth Agent
Karen Benson Child & Family Development Area Agent - Serving Neshoba and surrounding counties
Margaret White Youth Food & Nutrition Program Associate
Elsie Cumberland County Extension Secretary
Jo Helen Daly County Extension Secretary
Email: Neshoba@ext.msstate.edu
The annual Neshoba County Wildlife Jamboree, a program the entire staff works together on each year, drawing an audience of over 2,000 people. It consists of exhibitors from around the state, a wildlife educational speaker, wildlife tasting buffet, big buck contest, youth archery contest, and many other activities for the entire family.
Neshoba County Cooperative Extension Service
12000 Highway 15 North
Suite 2
Philadelphia, MS 39350
Phone: 601-656-4011
Fax: 601-656-5505