We are pleased to announce that the Cornell Cooperative Extension Harvest New York program is actively recruiting for an Emerging Crops Specialist.The posting will close on Sunday, June
6th. External applicants will need to apply through the Cornell Careers site; the direct link to the posting is –http://tiny.cc/Emerging_Crops_25774.
What You Will Do
The Emerging Crops program explores the potential for new crops, including industrial hemp, hops and grains for craft beverages/bakeries for commercial growers, oilseeds, or other emerging
crops. You will provide leadership for planning and developing educational programs that emphasize the production and management of emerging crops. Additionally, you will deliver
one-on-one consultations with key producers and industry partners. Specific duties include:
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Helping growers understand and navigate the legal/regulatory process related to growing emerging crops (i.e., industrial hemp).
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Utilizing industry-based research to develop educational materials and programs.
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Evaluating educational programs that address producer identified needs and opportunities; making recommendations to enhance program efforts.
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Preparing quarterly reports and yearly impact statements on program progress and accomplishments.
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Collaborating with educators and faculty to facilitate summer crop tours, field demonstrations, and research plots with growers and local industry representatives.
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Collecting data and participating in the experimental monitoring by collaborating with commercial growers and farms in the state.
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Assisting in preparing grants in support of Program Generated Funds requirements for the program.
Laura Biasillo
Agricultural Economic Development Specialist
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Broome County
607) 584-5007 – Phone
(607) 723-5951 – Fax
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involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, color, religion, political beliefs, national or ethnic origin, sex, gender/gender identity, transgender status, sexual orientation, age, marital or family status, protected veterans and individuals with
disabilities. Cornell Cooperative Extension is committed to the maintenance of affirmative action programs that will assure the continuation of such equality of opportunity. Please contact the Cornell Cooperative
Extension of Broome County office if you have any special needs.
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Broome County is supported by public and private funding. Primary cooperating partners are the County of Broome, the State of New York and SUNY’s Land Grant Colleges at Cornell University, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
