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The May, 1999 issue
of NF Ag News and Views contained an article about restructuring of the
Agricultural Division. Strategic planning and other events have caused some
additional changes that affect many of you. Effective February 1, 2000, the
Agricultural Division is managed by an Ag Management Group (AMG). The
Administrative Coordinator and Support Manager (ACSM) is chairman of the AMG
and is responsible for education, research, demonstration and support services.
The four consulting teams are led by Team Managers, who also serve on the AMG.
The ACSM is assisted by an Education and Special Projects Manager (ESPM) and a
Research and Demonstration Manager, along with associated staff.
Some of the major changes that affect our cooperators, and others, are changes
in responsibilities for some of those who have been consulting specialists.
Notice that Shan Ingram is now the ESPM, Wadell Altom is ACSM and Scott
Landgraf is a Pecan Specialist. Hugh Aljoe is NF1 Team Manager, Paul Joerger is
NF2 Team Manager, Matt Mattox is NF3 Team Manger and Fred Schmedt is NF4 Team
Manager. Chuck Coffey has returned to NF2, as Forage Specialist. The
significant changes are Chuck and Hugh changed teams, Scott Landgraf is a Pecan
Specialist (although he will continue as a Soil Fertility Specialist until
someone is hired), Shan Ingram is not a Livestock Specialist and Wadell Altom
is not a Soil Fertility Specialist. We will be seeking people to fill vacant
positions.
We believe these changes, and others still in the planning stages, will allow us
to better serve those requesting our services. If you have any concerns or
questions please contact a member of the AMG.
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