Strategic Thinking/Action Planning: Addressing the Grand Challenges Douglas A. Steele Director, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service June 19, 2013
Locally Identified Issues; Guide development of program plans; Addressed by Extension Agents and Specialists; With Research Based Information; Which feed into the Extension State Strategic Plan; Resulting impacts and outputs reported by Agents and Specialists; Compiled into Impact and Outcome Documents. In other words…
Research based technology applications and practices for crop and forage/animal poultry profitability and sustainability. Small-scale agricultural producers effectively identify and evaluate strategies for risk mitigation and sustainability based on management goals. Feeding Our World
Best practices to protect water quality and enhance conservation. Research-based technologies to enhance wildlife conservation and management, fostering environmental stewardship. Protecting our Environment
Texas communities gain knowledge supporting design and implementation of successful development strategies. Texas youth and adults will be prepared to participate fully in the 21st century workforce Growing our Economy
Helping People in Texas Eat Better and Safer Improve the Health and Wellness of Texans through diet, exercise and nutritional choices. Imperative 2: Improve Youth Life Skills in Healthy Living and Wellness Improving Our Health
Improve Life Skills in Leadership, Personal Development, and Citizenship Increase Agriculture Literacy for Texas Youth Improve life skills in science, engineering, and technology (SET) Enriching Our Youth
Water Conservation and Quality – Urban and Rural programming to enhance water conservation and quality. Health and Wellness – Youth and Adult programs that enhance health and quality of life. Areas of Opportunity for Multi- Department/Multi-Agency Efforts: 2014 and Beyond
Leadership Development – Enhanced efforts in Rural Leadership and Development, and Refocused Youth Leadership efforts. Urban/Suburban Interface – Enhanced outreach to new landowners with multi-faceted educational approach to conserve natural resources. Areas of Opportunity for Multi- Department/Multi-Agency Efforts: 2014 and Beyond
Provide rewards and incentives for creating teams and working interdisciplinary. Provide targeted funding for strategic priorities. Increase competitive opportunities. Articulate and communicate our Return On Investment and seek partnerships that support mission areas. Develop Strategic Thinking