Extension

The soybean agronomy extension program is a collaborative effort of county extension agents and statewide specialists intended to support the Virginia soybean farmers through education to facilitate informed decisions. The primary goal of extension agronomists is to extend agronomic knowledge and understanding to others by observing current practices and listening to concerns, improving the meaning and application of and simplifying scientific principles and research, and guiding the implementation of improved production practices through education and demonstration so to change behavior that leads to profitable and environmentally responsible agriculture. Dr. Carrie Ortel is the soybean extension specialist, working collaboratively to provide sound recommendations for sustainable and profitable soybean production in Virginia.