Agriculture and Natural Resources Competency Definition
picture of people in fieldAn employee with competencies in the Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) Subject Matter Expertise category has knowledge and skills to be viewed as an expert in the performance of a given task or subject matter area related to ANR. As needed, the employee has the ability to identify, acquire and utilize research-based information or other experts in the development and delivery of educational programs and activities that address the needs of clientele and stakeholders.



Agriculture and Natural Resources competency areas are:

  • Agricultural Economics & Agribusiness
  • Animals & Animal Products
  • Pest Management
  • Natural Resources & Environment
  • Biological & Agricultural Engineering
  • Row Crop Plants & Plant Products
  • Forestry
  • Horticultural Plants & Plant Products
Organic Farming 101 (FY26)

This training will introduce county agents to the basics of certified organic farming, allowing them to learn from three organic farmers in Arkansas representing specialty crop, livestock, and row crop operations. Agents will learn about the production requirements and certification process for organic farms so that they can better assist farmers who wish to transition to organic. As the demand for local organic farm products increases it is important to ensure that CES staff are equipped to support those farmers who wish to become certified organic. This training will provide the opportunity to visit organic farms, ask questions to organic farmers and learn the needs of organic operations.

Target: County Agents
Competency Category(s): Agriculture and Natural Resources
Format: Classroom/Field
Date(s): November 4, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: White County Extension Office, Searcy
Contact(s): Luke Freeman, lfreeman@uada.edu, 479-236-5791