U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Program Specialist Farmer Practice Questions

What action should an Agricultural Program Specialist take when a farmer reports a pest outbreak on their crops?

• AA. Ignore the report
• BB. Assess the situation first
• CC. Contact local authorities
• DD. Apply pesticides immediately

During a site visit, a farmer mentions they are experiencing soil erosion. What should the specialist recommend?

• AA. Stop farming altogether
• BB. Use more fertilizer
• CC. Increase irrigation
• DD. Plant cover crops

A farmer is experiencing a decrease in crop yield. What should the Agricultural Program Specialist suggest first?

• AA. Apply pesticides
• BB. Change crop type
• CC. Increase water supply
• DD. Test the soil

A local farmer wants to transition to organic farming. What is the first step they should take?

• AA. Apply for organic certification
• BB. Increase marketing efforts
• CC. Change farming practices
• DD. Start selling organic produce

A farmer in your area is considering using genetically modified organisms (GMOs). What should you advise?

• AA. Encourage immediate use
• BB. Provide objective information
• CC. Ignore the request
• DD. Discourage the use