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摘要

Fruit growers cite the value and benefits that Extension provides to their operations, and what could happen if they lose this connection. THERE is no doubt that the relationship between fruit growers and university Extension, farm advisors, and researchers has changed dramatically over the years. However, the knowledge gained from Extension remains critical. As part of our coverage of cutbacks in Extension, we asked growers across the country about the value that Extension brings to their operation, how they have specifically benefited, and how their farms might be affected by a loss in Extension support. The following is just a sampling of the feedback we received.