Title: Explain the purposes and roles of state agricultural agencies.
Course: Applied Agricultural Concepts (18002-I-18) > Section: Identifying the Purposes and Roles of Agricultural Agencies

Explanation should include the types of agencies at the state level, the mission and vision of each agency, and the influence of each on the local community. Examples may include

- Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
- Virginia Department of Environmental Quality
- Department of Conservation and Recreation
- Department of Wildlife Resources
- Virginia Cooperative Extension and Agricultural Experiment Station
- Virginia Department of Forestry

- USDA NRCS Virginia
- soil and water conservation districts.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are three state agricultural agencies that have an effect on the local area?
- What resources do these agencies provide for local residents?
- Who are the local extension agents in your community?

- Who is the current Virginia Secretary of Agriculture? Who is the current Virginia Secretary of Natural Resources?