John Arey - Ag Foundation

Mr. Arey was a native of Iredell County and a graduate of North Carolina State University, then known as State College. From 1920 to 1953, he was Head of the Dairy Extension Office in the Department of Animal Science at NC State where he provided leadership on dairy youth programs, the use of artificial insemination in dairy cattle, pasture improvement, and the development of dependable markets for surplus milk. His life-long commitment to the dairy industry was greatly responsible for its rise to prominence within the state. He brought distinction to the College and his department as both a student and member of the faculty.