Pictured, from left, Ken McGee, Heather Hirsch, Bronte Hirsch, Grant Hirsch.
The late Rick Hirsch was named the Agriculturist of the Year during the 53rd Annual Henderson County Farm & Ranch Tour Tuesday.
“He had a passion for what he did. He didn’t think about it as a job, he woke up every day and just thought of a passion that he had,” said his wife, Bronte, after accepting the award on his behalf.
Rick, the long-time county extension agent, passed away unexpectedly last month at the age of 51.
Rick worked as the county extension agent for Henderson County for 23 years, hosted the ag radio show on KCKL, and was a contributor to KLTV. He was a staunch supporter of the Henderson County Livestock Show, a master gardener’s teacher at TVCC, a CCD teacher at St. Edwards and Mary Queen of Heavens Catholic Churches. He was also a member of the Athens Athletic Booster Club, Football Chain Gang, and host family to TVCC athletes. He enjoyed serving as a mentor to livestock judging groups and livestock exhibitors. He was an active supporter of 4-H and FFA, and a member of a variety of county committees.
The following video was shot live from the Cain Center as the award was announced.
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