Priest, Joseph

November 1, 1944 – December 25, 2015

Joseph Priest was an Agricultural Research Specialist in the Crop Science Department at NC State University. Mr. Priest was presented with the “Excellence in Agriculture” award by North Carolina Commissioner of Agriculture Steve Troxler at the Tobacco Farm Life Museum's, Breakfast with the Commissioner event, in February of 2015. Mr. Priest was honored for his lifetime achievements and commitment to tobacco research and extension, as well as his knowledge of the tobacco industry and dedication to NC Agriculture.