Family & Consumer Sciences

Meet the Agent

Martha Maddox - Family & Consumer Sciences Agent

Hi! I am Martha Maddox, the Alachua County Family and Consumer Science Agent IV. Extension, Agriculture, Family and Consumer Science (Home Economics) and 4-H has always been an important part of my life. I grew up in the Arkansas 4-H program and proud to be a fifth generation 4-H family. I graduated from Harding University with a Master’s Degree in Home Economics Education and Arkansas State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Vocational Agriculture.

My work experiences:  Agriculture teacher for 2 years, University of Arkansas Cooperative Extension Sharp County for 12 years as 4-H/FCS/Community Development Agent and University of Florida IFAS Extension Sumter County for 20 years as FCS/4-H Agent and FCS/Food Systems Agent before accepting the job in Alachua County as FCS Agent.

My program areas include: Nutrition, Wellness: conducting programs in Diabetes, Food Modification, Cardiovascular, Farmers Markets and Herbs. Food Safety: food preservation, preparation and handling, local food and farm tours. Financial Management and Wellness: Money Matters Educational Programs and Florida Master Money Mentors.

I believe in the Extension Mission and working together as a TEAM to make a difference in an individual’s life and Making The Best Better with any task or program we undertake!