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Abstract
Survey evidence from U.S. organic farmers is evaluated to identify the factors influencing
effectiveness ratings of cooperative extension advisors by organic farmers. A nonlinear logit
model is specified for the ratings provided by organic producers, and critical demographic
and management factors that influence the ratings are identified. The impact of the organic
farmers’ status in transitioning to organic production is highlighted. The results indicate
that part-time, newer adopters of organic farming methods are more likely to rate extension
service providers as effective providers of information. Scenarios to predict extension
effectiveness when interacting with specific groups of organic farmers are developed.