I discover, develop, and extend new and relevant knowledge and understanding to the agricultural community by: observing current production practices and listening to concerns; simplifying and improving the meaning of scientific principles; and guiding the implementation of improved production practices through research, education, and demonstration, so to change behavior that leads to profitable and environmentally responsible agriculture.My Extension and research interests include double-cropping systems, cover crops, pest management, soybean ecology and physiology, and intensive soybean management practices. I conduct the official soybean variety tests in five regions throughout the Commonwealth. I serve as educational adviser to the Virginia Soybean Association and Virginia Soybean Board.