States and territories were required to conduct a strategic planning process that would include diverse organizations and groups with a stake in sustainable agriculture and resource management.
Progress reports on state-level activities show some notable efforts.
To become involved in local educational activities, contact your state extension leader for sustainable agriculture . In Arizona Rick Gibson, state leader for Arizona, says that sustainable agriculture in this state is focused on crop and livestock production systems. To begin professional development efforts, a steering committee of extension and NRCS personnel, growers and others was first identified. Then, a statewide, quarterly newsletter was begun to introduce the concepts and goals of sustainable agriculture to the professional audience. After several editions of the newsletter, readers are beginning to ask for more details on specific farming and ranching approaches.