Gene Ryals
- Born in Ybor City, Tampa, FL
- Graduated from Webster High School, 1944
- Graduated from University of Florida, BS in Ag, 1948
- Graduated from University of Florida, MA, 1950
- Took elective courses at Florida State Univ., 1955-65
- Taught at Altha High School, Altha, FL, 1948-71
- Taught at Agribusiness Center in Tallahassee, FL, 1971-81
- Also served as Director of Agribusiness Center, 1978-81
- Major, U.S. Air Force (retired), 22.5 years