Copeland "Cope" Newbern, Jr. (deceased)

  • Graduated from University of Florida, BSA, 1933
  • Established first VoAg Dept. in Hernando County, FL
  • Served as Chairman of the Federal Reserve Board in Jacksonville, FL
  • Founded several companies: Newbern Groves, Inc., Fancy Fresh Farms, Quality Tire, B & N Egg Farm
  • Member of Florida Citrus Commission
  • Member of the University of Florida Foundation Board
  • UF/IFAS Share Council
  • Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame
  • UF Distinguished Alumni Award
  • Died Oct. 29, 2005