The package of information included expertise compiled through surveys and extensive review by potential users of the guide. They've also worked to broaden input into sustainable agriculture activities in the state by forming a University of Idaho-wide team to coordinate efforts to meet their objectives. College of Agriculture faculty were involved in the development of the brochure, which increased its acceptability and directly involved a broad group of university researchers. A series of SARE grant workshops were also held to stimulate more and better sustainable agriculture research grant proposals. Workshop participants included extension and NRCS field personnel, university researchers, farmers and non-profit group representatives.
Regional workshops focusing on local sustainable agricultural topics are also underway.
In Utah State leader Bob Newhall reports very positive results for professional development activities in the state. Workshop evaluations showed that participants felt that their personal definitions of sustainable agriculture were widened considerably.