Karen Cox

Karen Cox has over a decade of experience in agricultural education and outreach at West Virginia University, serving as an Assistant Professor and Extension Agent since June 2014. In this role, Karen provides training and technical support on various topics such as agricultural business risk management, pest management, and horticulture. Karen also holds positions as the Northern Panhandle Regional Farm Food Safety Advisor, Coordinator of the Ohio County Extension Master Gardener Program, and Whole Farm Management Advisor. Prior to this, Karen worked as an Agriculture Program Assistant for West Virginia University Extension from January 2013 to June 2014. Educational qualifications include a Master's degree in Forestry from Purdue University and a Bachelor's degree in Forest Management/Forest Resources Management from West Virginia University.