CERTIFIED BIOMASS PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST PROGRAM
Extension Education
Mark Hall
EXTENSION SPECIALIST
ALABAMA COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SYSTEM
BELLE MINA
Abstract
\r\n This course will be designed to train individuals to work with foresters, farmers and landowners to produce the biomass feedstock in an environmental and socially accountable way that meets the specifications of the biorefinery. Video lessons featuring faculty specialists will be produced that convey to students a working understanding of the fundamentals of sustainable feedstock production practices. These lessons will include understanding sustainable ecosystem functions and biodiversity, biomass standards, soil and water, silviculture, nutrient management, selecting superior genotypes, cropping systems, individual health and safety, planting practices, plant growth and development, harvesting, transportation and storage. Most lessons will focus on maximizing biomass yield and minimizing inputs. Research generated data from this project will be incorporated as it develops. There will be a test with each lesson that the student must pass to achieve certification. After completing the course the Certified Biomass Procurement Specialist will work with trained extension agents to deal with problems as they develop. The program will utilize eXtension and other available distance education technologies. The Certified Biomass Procurement Specialist will be employed directly or indirectly by the biorefinery. The specialist will interact with the biorefinery and the feedstock producer to have the specified feedstock available as needed
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Poster has NOT been presented at any previous NACAA AM/PIC
This poster is being submitted for judging. It will be displayed at the AM/PIC if not selected as a State winner. The abstract will be published in the proceedings.
A poster file has not been provided
Authors: M. H. Hall, K.J. Goddard
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Hall, M. Extension Specialist, Alabama Cooperative Extension System, Alabama, 35615
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Goddard, K. Biofuels Specialist, The University of Tennessee, Tennessee, 37996