Extension Goal:

• Improve grower and agricultural industry awareness of crop nutrient needs, crop quality, management of organic amendments, environmentally sound nutrient management practices, and overall soil fertility management in the state of New York (extension).

Specific Objectives:

• Facilitating timely knowledge transfer to producers and policy makers. This includes training and aiding in the training of certified crop advisors (CCA's), nutrient management planners, agricultural consultants, NRCS and SWCD personnel.
• Assisting in efforts to obtain widespread adoption of individual best management practices.
• Facilitate the nutrient management planning process through software development, training and support.