o I properly interpret the questions in order to improve my competitive edge as an organic farmer?
Although it varies highly from one NRCS field office to the other, in general. NRCS field staff has only limited experience working with organic production systems. As an organic farmer, you will have to work to communicate the differences between your system of production and other conventional systems. For example, NRCS field staff may understand Integrated Pest management planning but not how to manage pests without the use of synthetic pesticides. This will be an opportune time to educate them on your organic system plan and how you are conserving important natural resources through organic production.
