Several North Dakota State University Extension Service agents and staff were honored at this year’s National Association of Extension 4-H Agents conference in Orlando, Fla.

Samantha Roth, an agent for Stark and Billings counties, and Carrie Knutson, a Grand Forks County agent, received the Achievement in Service Award.

Beth Roth, a Grant County agent, and Sue Isbell, a Sioux County agent, were honored with the Distinguished Service Award.

Peggy Anderson, an agent for Burke and Divide counties, was presented the Meritorious Service Award.

Samantha Roth; Jane Heth, an administrative assistant for Stark and Billings counties; and John Grindahl, a graphic designer in NDSU’s Agriculture Communication Department, earned the North Central Regional Exhibit Team Award.

The agents were among more than 900 4-H youth development professionals from across the U.S. to participate in the National Association of Extension 4-H Agents’ 66th annual conference, which was held Oct. 21-25.

Each year, the association recognizes members for their 4-H and Extension work with awards for outstanding accomplishments in achievement, leadership, service and communication.

NDSU Agriculture Communication - Nov. 28, 2012